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The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization The largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. Excellent resource for information regarding end-of-life issues. |
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Hospice Care Information Links |
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There is a tremendous amount of information regarding hospice and palliative care in books, periodicals and on the world wide web. Below are several websites that serve as excellent sources of information regarding hospice and palliative care.
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Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare |
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Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services Information and resources for older Texans and their families, including information on nursing homes, local agencies and financial assistance. |
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This organization provides leadership in the development and application of hospice and its philosophy of care with the goal of enhancing the American health care system and the role of hospice within it. |
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American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine The only organization in the United States for physicians dedicated to the advancement of hospice/palliative medicine, its practice, research and education. |
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3020 Broadmoor Lane, Suite 200 Flower Mound, Texas 75022 Phone: 469.293.1515 Fax: 469.293.1530 E-mail: administrator@ardenthospice.com |
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Provides information on hospice care, terminal illness, end of life issues, caregiving and grief.
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A foundation that supports programs that serve the needs of terminally and grieving individuals of all ages. Excellent information, including articles, publications, etc. regarding end-of-life issues,
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Award–winning medical and health information. |
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Comprehensive cancer information. Office site for the National Institute of Health’s principal agency for cancer research. |
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Medical Information Links |
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In an effort to assist you in your research of various medical issues, we recommend the following websites.
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Government website. Online source for credible health information. |
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A program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), is a national consumer and community engagement initiative to improve care at the end of life. |
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Cleveland Clinic World-class medical facility offers medical and health information. |
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Find local support groups, caregiver education programs, and other information on Alzheimer’s disease. |
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Support Groups |
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Free, anonymous online support groups of people facing similar life challenges, medical conditions, and mental health issues and find people who understand exactly what you're going through.
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Faith-based local support groups. |
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Grief support for the death of a child. |
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Support, activities, education for children dealing with loss. |
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The WARM Place Grief Support Place Support for children and adolescents who are dealing with loss. |