What kind of support does hospice care offer a family following the death of a patient?

Hospice care provides bereavement support to the family following the death of a patient, which is an essential component of the holistic approach to end-of-life care. This support can include counseling services, support groups, and resources to help family members process their grief and loss. The hospice team recognizes that grieving is a personal journey, and they offer ongoing emotional and psychological support tailored to the needs of the family.

While hospice care may include certain aspects of financial guidance or legal information, bereavement support is specifically focused on helping families cope with their loss. Physical therapy and legal advocacy do not typically fall under the services provided by hospice care, as the primary focus is on comfort and emotional well-being during and after the dying process.