Hospice care is generally provided to people with six months or less of life expectancy. Therefore, most people who enter hospice care do not survive beyond that time. According to a study published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, approximately 50% of hospice patients die within the first 30 days of receiving hospice care, and 75% die within six months. However, it’s important to note that every patient is unique, and some patients may survive longer than expected. Hospice care focuses on providing comfort and support to the patient and their family during their final days, regardless of the length of time they are under hospice care.