Predictors of Preference for Hospice Care Among Diverse Older Adults

Conclusions:
Uncertainties about hospice among African Americans may contribute to disparities in utilization. Efforts to improve access to hospice should consider pre-existing preferences for end-of-life care and account for the complex demographic, social, and cultural factors that help shape these preferences.

Source: American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine - June 1, 2016 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Cagle, J. G., LaMantia, M. A., Williams, S. W., Pek, J., Edwards, L. J. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research