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Black Communities Face Barriers to Advance Care Planning

Hospice News

Advance directives (AD) and other goals-of-care documentation often lack information related to cultural, religious and spiritual affiliations, as well as personal health values, the 2016 research indicated.

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How is Palliative Care Considered Compassionate?

Seasons Hospice

Palliative care also enables patients and their families to make informed decisions about end-of-life care. It gives patients the opportunity to talk openly about how they’re feeling physically, emotionally, and spiritually so they can make informed choices regarding their care plan.