Making an Informed Decision

Knowing that a loved one may be approaching the end of life is different than being prepared for it. Making decisions about hospice and palliative care can be overwhelming. Fortunately, you don’t have to make those decisions alone. Your doctor can help you determine if hospice or palliative care is appropriate.

How a Decision Is Made
Hospice or palliative care is usually considered when the diagnosis of a terminal illness is first made, or when there is a significant change in the condition of a person with an existing illness. Any of these events can prompt the patient’s doctor to make a referral for hospice services. It’s not always a doctor or nurse who suggests hospice. Sometimes it’s a friend or family member. Either way, a doctor will evaluate the patient to determine if hospice or palliative care is appropriate.

Learn how and when to talk to the doctor about hospice and palliative care.

Where to Find Us

We offer hospice services in several states. Enter your ZIP code to see if Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care is available in your area.

We′re Here to Help

Call 1-877-273-5534 TTY: 71124 hours a day, 7 days a week

Speak with an Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care representative to discuss your needs, or let us contact you.

How You Can Help

Learn how to become a volunteer member of our hospice and palliative care team.

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