What Diagnosis Qualifies for Hospice Care?
Updated December 2025 In this article: We serve hospice patients with a variety of needs, and we have provided symptom management to those with a wide range of serious illnesses. […]
When Does Hospice Care Stop Feeding a Patient?
Updated November 2025 In this article: Fewer things are harder than watching a loved one in hospice with a life-limiting illness slip away. It becomes even more challenging when families notice […]
Does the VA Pay for Veterans’ Hospice Care?
Updated October 2025 In this article: There are more than 18.2 million veterans in our country, and more than half of these are over age 65. Only about five percent […]
7 Signs It May Be Time for Hospice or Palliative Care
Updated August 2025 In this article All of us get concerned and worried when our loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness. As the disease progresses, we notice signs […]
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Rated a Five-Star Hospice by Medicare
On August 27, Medicare officially updated its Care Compare website, and Lower Cape Fear LifeCare is now recognized as a five-star hospice. This honor is not about numbers. It comes […]
Comfort Care or Hospice Care? Is There a Difference?
Updated July 2025 In this article: If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with a life-limiting or terminal illness, you may have heard the words “comfort care” and […]
Expanding Access to Care in Bladen and Columbus Counties
In this article: This summer, we’re celebrating two exciting milestones that reflect our ongoing commitment to serving more families with compassionate care—close to home. Thanks to the support of the […]
Honoring Dave and Janey Pearce’s Ongoing Impact in Brunswick County
Updated June 2025 In this article: When people think of hospice care, they often think of comfort, dignity, and compassion. But behind that care stand people who quietly give their […]
How Long Does Medicare Pay for Hospice Care?
Updated June 2025 In this article: Medicare can be confusing, and with changing regulations, it can be challenging to determine how long Medicare pays for hospice care. Many of our […]
Does Your Loved One Qualify for Palliative Care? A Checklist
Palliative care improves quality of life by providing comfort and pain management to those of any age who have a serious illness. Your loved ones can qualify for palliative care no matter what age, no matter what stage of their serious illness while curative treatment is ongoing.
