There are 11 hospice care locations in Delaware that Medicare can help pay for.
Aging and Outcome Concerns for Delaware
The following are some important points of focus for Delaware. The older the average age, the more hospice is needed per capita. The other two points aim to bring into focus common hospice needs and/or specific things that state does better than average.
- Senior Population (65+ years): 19.4%
- Common Hospice Conditions: Cancer, heart conditions, Alzheimer’s disease.
- Care Services: Growing number of services, with emphasis on community and wellness programs.