What is hospice care?

Hospice care is comfort-focused care for people with a serious illness when the goal shifts from cure to quality of life. It supports the patient and family with medical, emotional, and practical care.

When is it time for hospice?

It may be time for hospice when symptoms are difficult to manage, hospital visits increase, or a doctor believes life expectancy may be about six months or less if the illness runs its natural course.

Who qualifies for hospice care?

Hospice eligibility is typically based on a physician’s certification that a patient has a terminal illness with a prognosis of about six months or less if the disease follows its normal progression.

Who pays for hospice care?

Hospice is commonly covered by Medicare hospice benefit and may also be covered by Medicaid and many private insurance plans. Coverage details depend on the patient’s plan and eligibility.

Can hospice be provided at home?

Yes. Hospice care is often provided in the patient’s home, and can also be provided in assisted living or other settings depending on the patient’s needs and situation.

Does hospice mean giving up?

No. Hospice focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. It helps manage pain and symptoms while supporting families, so patients can live as fully as possible.

What services are included in hospice care?

Hospice services may include nursing care, pain and symptom management, medication coordination, medical equipment support, social work, spiritual care, and bereavement support for families.

Can we stop hospice if we change our mind?

Yes. Patients can revoke hospice at any time and return to curative treatment, and can re-elect hospice later if eligible.

How fast can hospice start?

Hospice can often begin quickly once eligibility is confirmed and the family chooses hospice—sometimes the same day, depending on clinical needs and documentation.

How do we refer a patient to Inspiration Hospice?

You can contact Inspiration Hospice directly to discuss a referral and next steps. Call +1-385-247-2020 or +1-801-281-1314, or email info@inspirationhospice.com.

Which Services Are Included in Hospice And Which Are Not?

Name: Inspiration Hospice (Clearfield)
Address: 1649 E 1400 S #140, Clearfield, UT, 84015, US
Telephone: +1-385-247-2020

When families first hear about hospice care, they often have two questions:

“What exactly does hospice do?”
“And what will we have to handle on our own?”

Those are fairand importantquestions.

At Inspiration Hospice, we believe clarity brings peace of mind. Families make better, more confident decisions when they understand exactly what to expect. So let’s break it down simply: what hospice includes, and what it doesn’t.

✅ What Hospice Does Include

Hospice care focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, not on curing disease. Nearly all services are fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance.

Here’s what’s included:

1. Medical Care & Pain Management

Registered nurses and hospice physicians specialize in keeping symptoms under controlso your loved one is comfortable, alert, and at peace.

2. Medications

All medications related to the terminal diagnosis, such as pain relief, anxiety management, or breathing support, are 100% covered.

3. Medical Equipment & Supplies

Hospice provides hospital beds, oxygen, wheelchairs, wound care supplies, and moredelivered and maintained at no cost to the family.

4. Nursing and Aide Visits

Hospice team members come directly to your home on a regular schedule—and adjust visits as needs change.

5. Emotional & Spiritual Support

Social workers, chaplains, and counselors help the entire family cope, guiding you through emotional, spiritual, and practical challenges.

6. Respite and Bereavement Care

Short-term respite (temporary care so family caregivers can rest) and grief counseling after a loved one’s passing are included.

❌ What Hospice Typically Does Not Include

While hospice covers almost everything related to comfort care, there are a few exceptions:

Curative treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery intended to cure the illness
Room and board in nursing homes or assisted living (unless the patient qualifies for specific levels of care)
Medications unrelated to the primary diagnosis (for example, cholesterol or blood pressure meds)
Around-the-clock, in-home caregiving hospice is supportive but not 24-hour live-in care