Hospice care is a concept of care. It involves a special system of caring for patients, usually in their own home, during their final months. A hospice team provides medical and nursing care to patients in conjunction with their personal physician and family. This quality, end-of-life compassionate care is for someone who has a progressive, life-limiting illness and is no longer receiving treatment toward a cure. A public health nurse can put seniors and family members in touch with service providers or refer them to other community resources for help.

For information about Allina Hospice and Palliative Care, go to the Allina Web site.