When Should I Call Hospice? There is no better time than NOW to learn more about hospice care if you are concerned about you, a loved one, a neighbor, or a friend. Hospice... the right care at the right time Many people wait until the very end to call hospice. But care is available months earlier. SIX SIGNS IT MAY BE TIME FOR HOSPICE 1. Frequent hospitalizations or trips to the ER 2. Reduced desire to eat, leading to significant weight loss and changes in body composition 3. Rapid decline in health over past six months, even with aggressive medical treatments 4. Uncontrolled pain, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting 5. Decreasing alertness, withdrawal, increased sleeping or mental confusion 6. Inability to perform tasks of daily living, such as eating, walking, using the bathroom, personal cleaning or getting dressed. Hospice is a fully covered Medicare benefit aimed at improving quality of life. Coverage includes 24/7 on-call nurses, medical equipment and supplies, symptom management, spiritual and emotional support, assistance with daily living activities, volunteers for companionship and caregiver respite, with no out-of-pocket expenses for the hospice diagnosis. Hospice of Kona CALL HOSPICE OF KONA TODAY 324-7700 When Should I Call Hospice? There is no better time than NOW to learn more about hospice care if you are concerned about you, a loved one, a neighbor, or a friend. Hospice... the right care at the right time Many people wait until the very end to call hospice. But care is available months earlier. SIX SIGNS IT MAY BE TIME FOR HOSPICE 1. Frequent hospitalizations or trips to the ER 2. Reduced desire to eat, leading to significant weight loss and changes in body composition 3. Rapid decline in health over past six months, even with aggressive medical treatments 4. Uncontrolled pain, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting 5. Decreasing alertness, withdrawal, increased sleeping or mental confusion 6. Inability to perform tasks of daily living, such as eating, walking, using the bathroom, personal cleaning or getting dressed. Hospice is a fully covered Medicare benefit aimed at improving quality of life. Coverage includes 24/7 on-call nurses, medical equipment and supplies, symptom management, spiritual and emotional support, assistance with daily living activities, volunteers for companionship and caregiver respite, with no out-of-pocket expenses for the hospice diagnosis. Hospice of Kona CALL HOSPICE OF KONA TODAY 324-7700