Hospice 101: When Is the Right Time for Hospice?

Описание: Understanding when to consider hospice care helps Portland/Salem area families access comfort and support at the optimal time. This video explains hospice timing based on research from the New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA, and official Medicare data.

What You'll Learn:
-Why most families wait too long and what research shows about earlier hospice care
-Evidence-based benefits of earlier hospice admission (quality of life, symptom control, family support)
-Three practical signs that indicate it's time to consider hospice care
-What the "six months or less" guideline really means for families
-Important reassurance: there's no judgment if you're in crisis—hospice can still help
-How to start the conversation with your doctor or healthcare team

CONTACT EVERLIGHT HOSPICE
📞 Call: (503) 496-7000
🌐 Visit: https://www.everlighthospice.com/
📧 Email: [email protected]

EverLight Hospice provides compassionate care throughout Portland, Wilsonville, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Gresham, Salem and surrounding communities. Our team is led by Medical Director Dr. Andrew Do (Salem Hospital) and Michael Smith, DNP (Chief Clinical Officer).

Important Note: This video is for educational purposes. Hospice decisions should always be made in consultation with your physician or healthcare team.


00:00 Hospice 101: When Is the Right Time for Hospice?
00:09 What Does Research Say About Hospice Timing?
01:02 How Is Hospice Care Different?
01:35 When Should Families Actually Consider Hospice?
02:31 What About "The Six Month Question"?
03:10 Is It Ever Too Late for Hospice?
03:52 How Can We Start the Hospice Conversation?
04:21 We're Here for You
04:37 Contact Us