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Cancer care doesn't always end with a cure. For many, the path shifts from treatment to relief, from survival to comfort.
Hospice becomes appropriate when advanced or metastatic cancer stops responding to chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. It's also a choice when someone decides they no longer want to go through intense treatments that aren't improving quality of life. Signs that it may be time for hospice include constant fatigue, unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, unmanageable pain, frequent infections, or repeated hospital stays. A doctor typically certifies a life expectancy of six months or less. This stage is about choosing comfort over continued interventions. It's about managing symptoms, spending time with loved ones, and preserving dignity.
At Pallatus, we care for the whole person, not just the disease. Our team works to ease pain and distress, whether it's nausea, breathlessness, or anxiety. Care is available 24/7 and adapts to the needs of each individual. We support patients at home, in hospice facilities, or wherever they feel most at peace. Beyond physical comfort, we offer help with decisions, emotional and spiritual counseling, and personal care that respects the patient's values and wishes. Everything is centered around one goal: making the time that remains as meaningful and comfortable as possible.
Cancer doesn't just affect the body; it weighs heavily on the mind and spirit. There may be fear, anger, grief, or even guilt. That's why our team includes counselors, social workers, and chaplains who offer support through it all. Whether someone needs to talk, cry, reflect, or sit in silence, we're here. We help patients feel understood, not just treated.
When someone has cancer, the family carries much of the emotional and physical burden. Pallatus offers respite care when caregivers need a break, guidance on what to expect, and support with medications, supplies, and paperwork. After a loved one passes, we provide grief counseling to help families through the mourning process. Hospice is never just for the patient. It's for everyone affected.
Choosing hospice doesn't mean the end of care; it means a different kind of care. At Pallatus, we help patients shift their focus to peace, presence, and what matters most. When treatment stops, support shouldn't. We're here to make each day count, with dignity, comfort, and love.
