Last Updated: November 24, 2025
Patient Resources
Finding reliable information and support is essential when facing serious illness. This page provides helpful resources for patients and families seeking comfort care and palliative care information, including organizations, directories, and support services.
Finding Comfort Care Providers
Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC)
Website: getpalliativecare.org
Phone: Available on website
CAPC provides a comprehensive directory of palliative care providers across the United States. Search by location, condition, and type of care needed. The site also offers educational resources about palliative care.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
Website: nhpco.org
Phone: 1-800-658-8898
NHPCO provides a directory of hospice and palliative care providers. While focused on hospice, many providers also offer palliative care services. The organization also provides educational resources and advocacy.
Government Resources
Medicare
Website: medicare.gov
Phone: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
Medicare provides information about coverage for palliative care services, hospice benefits, and how to find providers. The website includes coverage details and cost information.
Medicaid
Website: medicaid.gov
Medicaid coverage varies by state. Contact your state Medicaid office for information about palliative care coverage in your state. Coverage typically includes doctor visits, nursing care, medications, and medical equipment.
Disease-Specific Organizations
American Cancer Society
Website: cancer.org
Phone: 1-800-227-2345
Provides information about palliative care for cancer patients, support services, and resources for managing cancer symptoms and treatment side effects.
Alzheimer's Association
Website: alz.org
Phone: 1-800-272-3900
Provides resources for families dealing with Alzheimer's and dementia, including information about palliative care approaches for advanced dementia.
Support and Education
National Institute on Aging
Website: nia.nih.gov
Provides evidence-based information about aging, serious illness, and end-of-life care. Includes resources for patients, families, and caregivers.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Website: caregiver.org
Phone: 1-800-445-8106
Provides support, education, and resources for family caregivers, including information about palliative care and supporting loved ones with serious illness.
Advance Care Planning
The Conversation Project
Website: theconversationproject.org
Provides free guides and resources to help people have conversations about their wishes for end-of-life care. Includes conversation starters and advance directive information.
Five Wishes
Website: fivewishes.org
Provides a simple advance directive document that helps people express their wishes for medical care, personal care, and emotional and spiritual support.
Financial Assistance
Medicare Extra Help
Website: ssa.gov/medicare/prescription-help
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
Provides assistance with prescription drug costs for people with limited income and resources. Can significantly reduce out-of-pocket medication costs.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Website: patientadvocate.org
Phone: 1-800-532-5274
Provides case management services and financial assistance for patients with serious illness. Helps navigate insurance, access care, and find financial resources.
Local Resources
Ohio Resources
- Ohio Department of Aging: aging.ohio.gov
- Ohio Hospice and Palliative Care Organization: ohpco.org
- Comfort Care in Ohio - Local comfort care information
Maryland Resources
- Maryland Department of Aging: aging.maryland.gov
- Hospice and Palliative Care Network of Maryland: hpcnm.org
- Comfort Care in Maryland - Local comfort care information
Find Local Comfort Care Resources
Explore comfort care services and providers available in your area. Many families in Ohio and Maryland work with local providers like professional in-home care agencies to access in-home care support.
Key Takeaways
- Multiple resources are available to help find comfort care providers
- Government programs like Medicare and Medicaid cover palliative care
- Disease-specific organizations provide specialized support
- Advance care planning resources help document your wishes
- Financial assistance programs can help with costs
- Local resources provide state-specific information and support
Related Resources
- Finding Comfort Care Providers - Step-by-step guide to locating providers
- Comfort Care Costs - Understanding costs and insurance
- Paying for Comfort Care - Insurance and payment options
- What is Comfort Care? - Understanding comfort care services