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"Looking Ahead: Hospice and End-of-Life Care” Teresa Goodell

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In the spring, we think of new growth and optimism for the future. So why talk about death and hospice now? Understanding hospice and palliative care as end-of-life options can help us plan for ourselves and others, and dispel fears and misconceptions surrounding these services. The use of hospice care is growing, as more people choose to live out the remainder of their lives in their own homes, optimizing quality of life and comfort. And even at the end of life, growth and optimism can occur. Understanding that, and knowing how to help achieve it, can ease the end-of-life transition for patients and loved ones. 

Teresa T. Goodell, PhD, RN, has been a registered nurse for over 40 years, practicing mainly in intensive care and hospice. She has been a research scientist, professor of nursing, and a volunteer for several health-related organizations. She is currently retired, serving on the Board of Directors of Care Partners Hospice & Palliative Care, in Beaverton. She lives in Aloha, Oregon, with her husband and two cats. Dr. Goodell has been affiliated with UUism for 13 years.

 

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