Let’s talk about what happens when you call hospice. For a lot of people, that first call feels like a big step. And honestly, it’s usually a lot simpler and a lot more supportive than people expect. We will walk through it, so you know exactly what the first call looks like and what happens next.

Our moderator, Lauren King, BSW, Coastal Hospice Provider & Community Relations Team Leader, recently sat down with Nancy Stewart, Coastal Hospice Director of Access and Coastal Palliative Care Services, to discuss “What Happens When You Call Hospice” and help guide families through those important first steps.

Some key points discussed include:

• A compassionate team member responds quickly, often the same day.
• An evaluation is scheduled to determine eligibility and needs.
• The t ...