MedCity News November 20, 2024
Cara McCarty Abbott

Ensuring that family caregivers, and hospice providers all get the support that they need is more than just about ensuring that a patient receives end-of-life care with the dignity and support they deserve.

Family caregivers are a critical part of the healthcare system. Not only are they part of America’s safety net, but they are also critical partners to hospice providers when caring for loved ones with serious illnesses or at end of life. With 53 million U.S. caregivers actively involved in healthcare decisions for their loved ones, enhancing support for these caregivers can contribute to patient clinical outcomes and improve a sense of well-being among families facing a difficult experience.

When caregivers aren’t supported, it’s not only the...

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