The Support Services section of AGIS.com expanded recently to include a new End of Life section. AGIS has worked with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization to develop information on palliative care, hospice and grief. The numerous features show you the steps to help you prepare for, and respond to, the final days of […]

Posted on February 14th, 2008 by Stephen Fox
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~ A Guest Post by Amy Tucci, Hospice Foundation of America

When a loved one is facing a life-threatening illness, family members and friends are suddenly thrust into the role of caregiver with little preparation, and without knowing what to expect. Caregivers need support in adjusting to the news while providing a respectful experience for their […]

Posted on February 13th, 2008 by AGIS Staff
Filed under: Caregiving, End of Life Issues, hospice | 1 Comment »

AGIS is pleased to announce that we have partnered with the Hospice Foundation of America (HFA) to offer expert advice and information on end-of-life issues for family caregivers in our Ask an Expert section of AGIS.com. This new addition to the AGIS eldercare portal showcases HFA’s unique expertise in caregiving issues involving terminal illness, grief, […]

Posted on February 12th, 2008 by Jessica Hasson
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