There are 10 hospice care locations in Hawaii that Medicare can help pay for.
Aging and Outcome Concerns for Hawaii
The following are some important points of focus for Hawaii. 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): 18.4%
- Common Hospice Conditions: Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, cardiovascular diseases.
- Care Services: Emphasis on culturally sensitive care and community-based services.