Hospice
Hospice often has different meanings to different people. However, a real definition of hospice is to provide special care for people who are near the end of life and for their families. The care can either be at the person’s home, in freestanding hospice facilities, or within hospitals.
Hospice programs affirm life and regard dying as a normal process. Hospice neither hastens nor postpones death; it is designed to provide personalized services in a caring environment to enhance life for a dying person. Once diagnosed, a person with a terminal disease may choose to die at home with the support of family, friends, and caring professionals. Over 90% of hospice care is provided in the patient's home.
After the dying person makes the decision, hospice workers begin a process of comfort and counseling to provide social, spiritual and physical support to the dying patient and his or her family. All hospice care is under professional medical supervision.
Hospice care is beneficial for anyone of any age, with any life limiting disease! While many hospice patients have cancer, hospice care provides care for patients with all types of illnesses including heart, lung, kidney, vascular and neuromuscular diseases, Alzheimer’s and other types of dementias, AIDS and birth defects.
Let your person thoughts be known to loved ones regarding hospice care. In the event that you are afflicted with a terminal disease discuss the options and document your wishes and place them in The Legacy Kit section six (6) Message’s to Loved Ones. The Legacy Kit can be purchased now and shipped free for only $39.95
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Organ
Donor
Becoming an organ donor is
a commendable step to take. It is also one that is extremely emotional,
especially for those you will leave behind. “The Legacy Kit” helps
clarify your wishes for organ donation to make it easy on your
loved ones.
Insurance & Financial
"The Legacy Kit" helps you insure
that all insurance policies are documented and that financial information
is detailed and up-to-date for mortgages, bank accounts, investments,
etc.
Charitable Contributions
A gift or donation to charity
is a way that you can leave your Legacy to others. "The Legacy
Kit" explains three basic methods in the donation process.
Legal Documents
There are four documents that
are essential to your legal planning. Understanding the purpose
and definitions of a Last Will and Testament, Living Will, Durable
Power of Attorney and Revocable Living Trust will help you plan
your estate properly.
Funeral Plans/Wishes
A meaningful funeral must be
planned accordingly, and "The Legacy Kit" helps you think about
many of the details regarding your funeral. Everything from obituary
information to visitation to funeral service.
Message to Loved Ones
“The Legacy Kit” provides
you with the opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings
with those you love. You might choose to handwrite letters, identify
people and events in family photos or create an audio or videotaped
message. By completing this step, you will leave behind a part
of you that will provide lasting memories and comfort to your loved
ones.
Spiritual Narrative
Spiritual perspectives are valuable
as a point of reference for those who love you. "The Legacy Kit"
allows you to share some of your spiritual perspectives with your
loved ones.
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