hospice
Pronunciation:
/ˈhɒspɪs//ˈhɑspɪs/noun
Definitions
A lodging for pilgrims or the destitute, normally provided by a monastic order.
The provision of palliative care for terminally ill patients, either at a specialized facility or at a residence, and support for the family, typically refraining from taking extraordinary measures to prolong life.
A specialized facility or organization offering palliative care for the terminally ill.