There are 40 hospice care locations in Nebraska that Medicare can help pay for.
Aging and Outcome Concerns for Nebraska
The following are some important points of focus for Nebraska. 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): 16.0%
- Common Hospice Conditions: Cancer and heart disease are prevalent among seniors.
- Care Services: Good mix of in-home care services and community-based assistance.