Yes, there are studies and surveys that suggest many families wish they had opted for hospice care sooner. Here are a few points and sources to consider:
- National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Reports: The NHPCO has reported that a significant number of families express a desire to have started hospice care earlier. In their “Facts and Figures” reports, they have highlighted this sentiment based on feedback from family surveys.
- Journal of Pain and Symptom Management: A study published in this journal found that many families of patients who received hospice care felt that earlier referral would have improved the quality of life for both the patient and the family.
- Consumer Reports: Consumer Reports noted that a majority of families surveyed about their experiences with hospice care expressed regret that they did not begin hospice services earlier, emphasizing the benefits they experienced once care started.
- Journal of Palliative Medicine: Another study published in this journal indicated that timely hospice referrals are associated with better patient outcomes and greater family satisfaction, and many families wished they had understood hospice benefits earlier.
- Family Caregiver Alliance: According to surveys conducted by the Family Caregiver Alliance, many caregivers report that their loved ones could have benefited from the support of hospice care earlier in their illness.
These sources highlight the general sentiment that earlier hospice intervention can provide significant benefits, and many families do wish they had opted for hospice care sooner. Including this information in your communications can help educate potential patients and their families about the advantages of early hospice care.
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