Hospice Movement

The Hospice Movement is a healthcare approach focused on providing compassionate, comprehensive care for people with serious, often terminal illnesses. It emphasizes comfort, pain management, and emotional support, rather than curative treatments. The goal is to improve quality of life for patients and support their families during the end-of-life process. Originating in the 1960s, hospice care can be delivered in homes, hospitals, or dedicated facilities, and involves a team of healthcare professionals working together to address physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs.