Kidwai’s Home Palliative Care Reaches 3,000+ Patients, Caregivers

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, a leading cancer care center in Bengaluru, India, announced on World Hospice and Palliative Care Day that its home-based palliative care program has reached over 3,000 patients and caregivers. The program provides home visits and bereavement support to families dealing with life-limiting illnesses, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to palliative care beyond hospital settings.

The initiative addresses a critical gap in India’s healthcare system, where palliative care is often limited to urban hospitals and inaccessible to many. By bringing care to patients’ homes, Kidwai’s model reduces the burden on families and offers comfort to those with terminal illnesses. The institute highlighted that the program not only manages pain and symptoms but also offers psychosocial and bereavement support, essential components of holistic palliative care.

The achievement underscores the growing recognition of home-based palliative care as a scalable solution in resource-limited settings. As India faces a rising burden of non-communicable diseases, such models could inform national policy and inspire similar programs across the country. Next steps include expanding the program’s reach and advocating for greater integration of palliative care into primary health systems.