How long can I receive hospice care?
You can receive hospice care as long as you have a terminal illness that is progressing in the normal fashion, so hospice care, for some people, can be six months to a year. We always tell people, don't worry about going too long on hospice. The good news is, if at a certain point you're doing very well, the hospice is happy for you to take a break from it until you need it again. So, I always encourage people, don't worry that you're going to use it too long; there is no upper limit.