How long can I receive hospice care?

How long can I receive hospice care?

David Kessler (Director of Palliative Care, Citrus Valley Health Partners and Hospice) gives expert video advice on: What are the first steps in hospice care?; Where does hospice care take place?; Can my family and friends be involved in my hospice care? and more...

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.