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                            Questions Often Asked

                            Newly Diagnosed / Initial Phase

                            Slight Changes / Second Phase

                            Noticeable Changes / Third Phase

                            Obvious Changes / Fourth Phase

                            Actively Dying / Final Phase

                            At the Time of Death

“Hospice prepares families for the dying process by helping them understand the changes taking place. The support given during this difficult time makes all the difference in the world. Funeral directors have commented they can identify a family under Hospice care because their demeanor is more relaxed.”    
Patricia L. Poole, CPSP-BC