安寧照顧基金會

Hospice Foundation of Taiwan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to hospice care, patient autonomy, and public education about end-of-life issues. It explains hospice care as holistic support provided by healthcare professionals, combining symptom relief with compassionate companionship for people nearing the end of life. Its information also emphasizes helping patients and families cope with the emotional and spiritual aspects of death.

The foundation promotes Taiwan’s Patient Right to Autonomy Act and advance care planning, including consultations through which eligible individuals can document their choices about accepting or refusing medical treatment. Its programs and resources include public lectures on hospice care and patient autonomy, professional education and training, online courses, publications, and informational materials. The organization also provides information about financial assistance and hospice-related resources, and supports international relations and public outreach. Visitors can access a hospice resource map, ask questions, find course-hour certificates, and learn about donation options. Through these services, the foundation helps make hospice care and informed healthcare choices more accessible to patients, families, and the wider community.