Hospice vs Palliative Care: OT's Role in Care and Comfort

Welcome to The Amplify OT Podcast with your host, Clarice Grote—occupational therapist, founder of Amplify OT, and self-proclaimed policy nerd who actually enjoys reading the long documents most people avoid.

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I see many people making the mistake of using the terms hospice and palliative care interchangeably; however, they have distinct differences. I wanted to take some time today to break down those differences, explore OT’s unique role in each setting, and share my tips and personal stories to help practitioners navigate these challenging but rewarding settings. That’s why this week on The Amplify OT Podcast, I am talking about hospice vs. palliative care. 

In this episode, I cover:

• The key differences between hospice and palliative care: life-prolonging treatments, eligibility requirements, and the requirement of a DNR (do not resuscitate).
• How hospice and palliative care are paid for (including Medicare coverage and payment models).
• What the goals and interventions of OT look like in each of these settings. 
• Practical tips for having tough conversations about end-of-life care and facilitating patient-centered care during some of life’s most difficult transitions.

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