Terminal Illness
An irreversible disease that cannot be cured and will likely lead to death.
Terminal Illness Articles
5 Things Terminal Patients Want to Talk About With Their Doctor
Good communication between doctors, patients and caregivers is key, especially when it comes to the complex concerns surrounding end-of-life care preferences.
0 CommentsConfronting a Serious Diagnosis like it's a House on Fire
When we are confronted with a potentially fatal diagnosis for ourselves or a loved one, we can find ourselves caught up in endless cycle of "why." Don't get stuck questioning, take action for yourself and your loved ones.
2 CommentsWhen a Serious Diagnosis Causes a Senior to Consider Suicide
Receiving the news of a serious diagnosis like cancer or dementia may cause a senior to consider suicide, but caregiver intervention and the development of productive coping techniques can help.
1 CommentWhat to Say to Someone Who Is Dying
It's hard to find the right words to comfort someone who is dying. Experts and experienced caregivers share their insights on what to say to someone who is terminally ill.
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Terminal Illness Questions
My mother 75 stage 4 inflammatory breast cancer mets to skin and on in-home hospice at my house, been on hospice 3.5 mths. What's next?
1 AnswerAlvaDeer Answered May 5, 2024How do you handle verbal abuse from a terminally ill parent?
14 AnswersZippyZee Answered Apr 30, 2024I need a nursing home in Alabama. Where can I start?
4 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered Feb 13, 2024My partner has terminal cancer. We are interested in hospice, but I am too old to do physical care like toileting, turning, bathing, etc.
6 AnswersGrannie9 Answered Nov 28, 2023
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Terminal Illness Discussions
Palliative care in the hospital rushed my sister's death.
6 CommentsBeatty Commented Apr 2022Hello everyone
4 Commentspolarbear Commented Sep 2021Drama. Solution. Sabotage....... and the cycle goes on.
4 Commentslkdrymom Commented Aug 2021Would you share your experience?
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