Understanding the Difference Between
PALLIATIVE CARE vs. HOSPICE
When faced with a serious illness, some terms are often used that may not be clear. Even those of us in healthcare may use the terms interchangeably.
What you’ll gain from this guide:
A clear understanding of the differences between palliative care and hospice care.
This guide dispels common myths, like the belief that hospice means “giving up” or that palliative care is only for the terminally ill. It educates you on how these services improve quality of life at different stages of illness.
Empowerment to make informed, compassionate decisions for yourself or your loved ones.
Navigating a serious illness can be overwhelming. This free guide equips you with clear information about available care options, helping you make confident, informed decisions for themselves or loved ones.
Introduction and overview of a holistic approach supporting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Angela Thomas-Santos integrates medical expertise with holistic practices, addressing not just physical symptoms but emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs of both patients and families.
Practical Information for navigating care options and improving quality of life.
The guide emphasizes the importance of discussing and documenting wishes for care, including “death plans,” ensuring values and preferences are honored.
Insightful guidance for advance care planning and honoring personal wishes.
By offering tools, resources, and compassionate insights, this guide helps reduce fear, stress, and anxiety during a challenging life stage, promoting comfort and peace.
Angela Thomas-Santos is a holistic Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) who has dedicated her life to relieving suffering and channeling grace. With a career spanning over three decades, Angela’s experience as an RN and NP, coupled with her certifications in holistic health, MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), and spiritual direction, have uniquely positioned her to provide compassionate care for those facing serious illness and their loved ones.
Driven by her lifelong prayer to “channel grace and love to help relieve suffering and promote peace,” Angela has worked extensively in emergency departments, hospice, and palliative care. Witnessing the challenges faced by patients and their families inspired her to bridge the gap between conventional medicine and holistic practices, emphasizing the integration of mind, body, and spirit.
Angela is passionate about empowering individuals with knowledge and resources to navigate the complexities of serious illness and end-of-life care. She believes in a holistic approach that honors the whole person, fostering peace and comfort during life’s most vulnerable moments.
Clear the confusion and make educated, empowered choices for you or your loved one.
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