Closing the gap in end-of life care coverage: The role of nonprofits in policy advocacy

Closing the gap in end-of life care coverage: The role of nonprofits in policy advocacy 
Forbes; by James Dismond; 4/14/25
... As the demand for end-of-life care grows, so will the gap between the care that patients need and what they receive. ... Workforce shortages, restrictive regulations, outdated reimbursement models and misconceptions around hospice services are keeping millions of Americans from accessing quality hospice and palliative care services. ... These barriers disproportionately affect low-income families, rural communities and communities of color. ... Unlike for-profit entities, we can prioritize community needs over shareholders. We can prioritize patient well-being over profits—or, to say it more directly, we put people over profits. And I’ve seen firsthand how advocacy can drive progress. Nonprofits must engage in:

• Raising Awareness And Education: ...
• Lobbying And Legislative Engagement: ...
• Expanding Access: ...