The End: Choosing Between Cure, Palliative or Hospice Care

The Hardest Choice: Life Support or Letting Go?
Choose what matters most when every decision counts.  
 
When it comes to end-of-life decisions, you deserve clarity—not confusion, pressure, or silence. Chapter 10 takes you inside the tough conversations families often avoid until it’s too late. From understanding the difference between heroic measures and comfort care to exploring what doctors would choose for themselves, this guide gives you the knowledge and confidence to make the right decision—for your loved one and for yourself.
 
This chapter explains the difference between palliative and hospice care, and when each becomes appropriate. We explore the tradeoffs between quantity and quality of life, the realities of life-sustaining interventions like ventilators and CPR, and the emotional weight of choosing between more treatment or a peaceful passing. You'll also learn how faith, culture, and lived experience can shape end-of-life preferences—and how to advocate for what matters most.
 
You’ll come away with a better understanding of what the medical team can do, what they may not say, and what your role is in driving decisions that align with your loved one’s values. GeriScope doesn’t tell you what to choose—we help you understand your choices.
 
To round out your preparation, we recommend downloading these additional chapters:
 
Chapter 8: The Talk – start advance care planning discussions long before the decisions are urgent.
Chapter 9: The Crisis – be ready for hospital admissions and know what to expect from discharge to end-of-life care referrals.
Chapter 11: The Death – learn what happens after death, including final arrangements and legal matters.
Chapter 3: Activities of Daily Living – evaluate your loved one’s level of independence and begin planning care transitions now.
 
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📊 Sample assessment tools and planning frameworks included.
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