Hospice & Palliative Care

 

    1. Alzheimer’s Association – End-of-Life Care

 

  URL: https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/care-options/end-of-life-care

  Short Description: Specific guidance on hospice for dementia patients.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Nonprofit

 

 

 

    2. American Cancer Society – Hospice Care

 

  URL: https://www.cancer.org

  Short Description: Hospice and palliative care information for cancer patients and families.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Nonprofit

 

 

 

    3. DFW Hospital Council – End of Life Resources

 

  URL: https://www.dfwhc.org

  Short Description: Regional health council offering guidance on care transitions and senior support.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Regional Health Org

 

 

 

    4. Eldercare Locator – Hospice & Palliative Services

 

  URL: https://eldercare.acl.gov

  Short Description: Search for local hospice, respite, and palliative care programs.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Referral Tool

 

 

 

    5. GetPalliativeCare.org (CAPC)

 

  URL: https://getpalliativecare.org

  Short Description: Explains palliative care clearly and provides a searchable provider directory.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Medical Resource

 

 

 

    6. Hospice Foundation of America

 

  URL: https://hospicefoundation.org

  Short Description: National education on hospice, caregiving, grief, and end-of-life planning.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Nonprofit

 

 

 

    7. Medicare – Hospice Benefits

 

  URL: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/hospice-care

  Short Description: Official explanation of hospice eligibility, coverage, and services under Medicare.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Resource

 

 

 

    8. National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)

 

  URL: https://www.nhpco.org

  Short Description: National hub for hospice info, choosing a provider, and end-of-life resources.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Association

 

 

 

    9. National Institute on Aging – End of Life

 

  URL: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/end-of-life

  Short Description: Federal guidance for families on hospice, comfort care, and understanding options.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Agency

 

 

 

    10. National POLST – Advance Care Planning

 

  URL: https://polstfoundation.org

  Short Description: Ensures senior wishes are honored regarding medical treatment at end of life.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Initiative

 

 

 

    11. Palliative Care Provider Directory

 

  URL: https://getpalliativecare.org/provider-directory

  Short Description: Search tool for palliative care programs nationwide.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: Directory

 

 

 

    12. Texas & New Mexico Hospice Organization

 

  URL: https://tnmho.org

  Short Description: Statewide hospice association offering guides, resources, and provider lists.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: Texas

  Type: State Association

 

 

 

    13. Texas Advance Directives Forms

 

  URL: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/forms/advance-directives

  Short Description: Texas official forms for living wills, medical power of attorney, and directives.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: Texas

  Type: State Govt

 

 

 

    14. Texas Health & Human Services – Hospice Licensing

 

  URL: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/providers/long-term-care-providers/hospice

  Short Description: State information about hospice providers and regulations.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: Texas

  Type: State Agency

 

 

 

    15. VA Hospice & Palliative Care

 

  URL: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Hospice_Care.asp

  Short Description: Hospice and palliative care benefits for U.S. veterans.

  Category: Hospice & Palliative Care

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Program