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Questions about Hospice and Palliative Care
What is Hospice?
When should a decision about entering a Hospice program be made — and who should make it?
What if our physician doesn’t know about Hospice?
Where can Hospice be provided?
Is Hospice affiliated with any religious organization?
Who is eligible for …READ MORE…
Questions about Pain and Symptom Management
What is meant by “pain”?
How can a patient get relief from suffering and pain?
If pain continues despite treatment, where can we turn?
What are common physical symptoms at the end …READ MORE…
Spiritual Care Committee
Spiritual Needs at End of Life:
Meaningfulness, Connectedness, Transcendence
The Spiritual Care Committee of the Westchester End-of-Life Coalition recognizes that the dying process raises spiritual issues for dying persons and their loved ones. The Committee works to enhance the spiritual care they receive by providing support to Westchester clergy by way of networking opportunities, resources, referrals and …READ MORE…
Counseling Services and Support Groups for the End of Life
Agencies offering support groups and individual psychological counseling for patients at the end of life and their care givers, and for survivors in Westchester include:
Alzheimer’s Association
6 locations
914-428-1919
Support groups for caregivers …READ MORE…
Children and Adolescents Committee
The life-limiting diagnosis or premature death of a child or adolescent is a major disruptive crisis for the family. Our committee serves as an information and resource center for parents, siblings, and extended family members. This committee also offers information, educational programs, and …READ MORE…
Bereavement Counseling Resources
Bereavement Center of Westchester
Patricia Donovan-Duff, MSW
69 Main Street
Tucakahoe, NY. 10707
914-961-2818
Bereavement groups for spouses/partners
and for adults who have lost …READ MORE…
Useful Web Sites
End of Life: Topics and Organizations Links
Aging with Dignity
Five Wishes approach to Advance Directives
Americans for Better Care of the Dying
Advocacy group to improve care at the end of life.
Caring Connections
A program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), Caring Connections is a national consumer engagement initiative …READ MORE…