One of the worst moments in life is when the doctor advises to call hospice for you or your loved one.  Inside, you panic.  This is navigating a new unknown.  The end is now close, and no one wants to contemplate this inevitable.   Hospice care is  supposed to be   specialized, compassionate care for individuals with terminal illnesses (generally less than six months to live) that is supposed to  prioritize quality of life, comfort, and dignity over curative treatment . Suppo