What Is Medicare Hospice Care? 
Hospice is a program of care and support for people who are terminally ill . Here are some important facts about hospice : Hospice helps people who are terminally ill live comfortably . Hospice isnt only for people with cancer . The focus is on comfort , not on curing an illness . A specially trained team of professionals and caregivers provide care for the whole person , including his or her physical , emotional , social , and spiritual needs . Services may include physical care , counseling , drugs , equipment , and supplies for the terminal illness and related condition -LRB- s -RRB- . Care is generally provided in the home . Family caregivers can get support . 