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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