Myths and Facts About Hospice (About Hospice)

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Myths and Facts About Hospice (About Hospice)

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Hospice Foundation of America is a not-for-profit organization that provides leadership in the development and application of hospice and its philosophy of care. Through programs of professional development, research, public education and information, Hospice Foundation of America assists those who cope either personally or professionally with terminal illness, death, and the process of grief.

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Tags: Disease and Condition, End-of-Life Decision Making, Grief Management, Relationship, Mortality, Education, Hospice and Palliative Care

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