Choosing hospice means giving up. Honestly, that’s just not what it is. For many families, hospice is where they find more support, more comfort, and more meaningful time together. Let’s talk about what hospice really means and maybe reframe it a little bit.

Our moderator, Lauren King, BSW, Coastal Hospice Provider & Community Relations Team Leader, recently sat down with Rev Joel Beiler MDiv, CPE Supportive Services Team Leader, to discuss “Hospice Does Not Mean Giving Up” and help guide families through those important first steps.

Some key points discussed include:

• Hospice shifts the focus from curing to caring.
• Patients often experience improved quality of life and even stabilization.
• It empowers patients to define what matters most in their time.
• Choosing hospice is an activ ...