What does effective hospice care strive to focus on?

Effective hospice care primarily aims to comfort and support patients during their final stages of life rather than pursuing curative treatments or aggressive interventions. This holistic approach emphasizes enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

In hospice care, the focus is on alleviating pain and managing symptoms effectively, as well as providing psychological and social support to both patients and their loved ones. By fostering an environment of compassion and understanding, hospice care helps patients live as fully and comfortably as possible, promoting dignity and peace during the dying process. This alignment with the core values of hospice ensures that both the patient’s and family's experiences are centered around comfort and support in their time of need.