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Death and Dying End of Life Issues

Information about the planning that can be done to make the process of terminal illness, death and dying much easier for those going through it. Includes information on planning with advance directives, power of attorney and hospice.
Hospice
Definition of Hospice - the care given to people who are in the end stages of life.
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Advance Directives
Information from Michele Baskin-Jones About Guide to Death and Dying. Why you need them and how to set them up.
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