Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, clarifies misunderstandings about hospice care and explains how it helps both the patient and their loved ones.

DECATUR, GA, May 30, 2025: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on the law firm’s website entitled “Understanding Hospice Care: Myths, Facts, and Who It Helps,” in which Ms. Pawley encourages readers to understand the value hospice care provides..

As Pawley notes, “Many people have heard of hospice care, and very likely many have been the recipient of this humanitarian care. However,” she adds, “there are still far too many people who don’t understand the truth about hospice care. My objective here is to clear up any misunderstanding you may have about the great value hospice care offers.”

Pawley starts with the basics. She explains, “Hospice care is a specialized form of healthcare based on a philosophy that centers on patients who have a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.” She continues, adding, “Hospice focuses on comfort, quality of life, and emotional well-being rather than curative treatment. Hospice services are usually provided wherever the patient calls home—be it a private residence, nursing facility, or hospice center.” In addition, Pawley writes, “A team approach is used to address the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their loved ones. This team typically includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, counselors, and trained volunteers.”

“The goal of hospice,” Pawley states, “is to ensure a person lives their final days with dignity, as free from pain and suffering as possible.” She adds, “It emphasizes symptom management, emotional support, and assistance with end-of-life decisions. Hospice care also includes bereavement support for families after the patient has passed.” Pawley emphasizes, “As you can see, contrary to common misconceptions, hospice is not about giving up. Hospice care is about choosing how to live meaningfully and comfortably in the final stage of life.”

The entire article can be read here:  Understanding Hospice Care: Myths, Facts, and Who It Helps

About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm

The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Shannon Pawley has grown her law practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.

About Shannon M. Pawley, J.D., LL.M

Shannon is the Owner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. Originally from the Tidewater area of Virginia, she grew up in a close-knit family with a strong tradition of military service. She learned early on the importance of integrity, hard work, and giving back to her community. Her upbringing shaped her desire to make a positive impact and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with respect and care.

Her passion for serving others took root during her junior year of high school, when she served as a U.S. House of Representatives Page during the 101st Congressional Session in Washington, D.C. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the power of diverse perspectives and the importance of advocating for those whose voices are often unheard. Inspired by the experience, Shannon decided to pursue a career in law, dedicated to guiding others through life’s most challenging moments.

Shannon’s educational journey led her to North Carolina Wesleyan College, where she earned her undergraduate degree, followed by a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. She then specialized further, obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Georgia, Shannon is also a VA Accredited Attorney, making her a formidable advocate for her clients.

Throughout her career, Shannon has been a fierce champion for clients from all walks of life, representing everyone from international corporations to single parents. She has always been driven by a profound belief that everyone deserves to have their rights and wishes honored, especially when they are most vulnerable. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding families through complex legal decisions, Shannon’s mission is clear: to protect the dignity and independence of every client she serves.

Her passion for advocacy goes beyond legal representation—it’s about ensuring that people’s voices are heard, even when they may not be able to speak for themselves. Shannon is deeply committed to helping her clients age with dignity, grace, and independence, working tirelessly to prepare them and their families for the complexities of aging. Her work is more than a profession; it is a calling to serve, empower, and uplift every individual and family she has the privilege to represent.