Hospice
(noun)
- A program or facility that provides palliative care for terminally ill patients.
- A facility that provides care and comfort for people who are nearing the end of their lives.
Origin:
Late middle english: via old french from latin hospitium "guest-house", from hospes "guest, stranger".
Examples:
- He spent his final days in a hospice.
- She volunteered at the hospice, helping patients and their families.
- The hospice provided emotional and spiritual support for the dying patients.
- The hospice was known for its compassionate care for patients with terminal illness.
- The hospice staff helped the patient and family with end-of-life care.