Hospices and care homes—similarities and differences in relation to palliative care (original) (raw)

This paper discusses the similarities and differences between hospices and care homes in the context of palliative care. It highlights that while both approaches share a focus on the patient and their family, as well as the aim of enhancing quality of life, there are significant differences in their application, particularly when assessing pain in frail older people. The author emphasizes the need for tailored assessment tools and approaches when delivering palliative care to individuals with advanced dementia, indicating that interventions developed for cancer patients may not be directly applicable.