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In reply to the discussion: A Fitting Final Gift From Jimmy Carter [View all]jaxexpat
(7,448 posts)36. How many can afford to spend months in hospice?
I think you're hitting the wrong buttons, doc. Reality for most is that it's out of network and out of pocket. For them, there is no real choice. Nor does the healthcare/health insurance cabal encurage longterm hospice. Quite the opposite in fact. If you're uninsured, it becomes code for homeless. In any case, it's a culvert for your last days and hours.
People's perception of hospice has practically nothing to do with their use of their very good services.
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Everything you said, and I keep my own end close, as a welcome visitor in my thoughts. Peace.
Magoo48
Aug 2023
#13
More people need to understand that Hospice DOESN'T ALWAYS DEATH....My BFF's daddy
The_REAL_Ecumenist
Aug 2023
#22
I was thinking about in-facility care only. Of course, in-home care would be more affordable.
jaxexpat
Aug 2023
#65
My sister had horrible dementia, but was not able to stay in a care facility
Attilatheblond
Aug 2023
#52
Thank you for this... After seeing both my parents pass in 2022-23 it was a real eye opener
FirstLight
Aug 2023
#74