1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Palliative Care

The Dying Process: A Journey

Death is inevitable: dying concludes our journey on this earth. "There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens. A time to be born and a time to die."
Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
Acts of Love: Caring for a Dying Loved One
Information and tips for those caring for their dying loved ones. Includes information on the dying process and steps to take to ensure comfort. Focus on safety, comfort, eating and drinking, and restlessness.
The Dying Process
Death is a personal journey that each individual approaches in their own unique way. Nothing is concrete, nothing is set in stone. There are many paths one can take on this journey but all lead to the same destination.
Deciding Where to Die
Making the decision where to spend the last day’s of life isn’t always easy. Each choice has its pros and cons and personal preference can sometimes be trumped by practicality. Find out how you can make that decision.
Interacting with a Dying Person
There are several reasons many people have a difficult time interacting with a dying person including not wanting to face the reality of their own death, not having the time to become involved, and not having the emotional reserves to deal with such an intense situation.
How to Plan a Funeral or Memorial
The purpose of a funeral is to give meaning to a person’s life. It’s an opportunity for family and friends to gather and remember the deceased while offering support and comfort to one another. Find information and tips to help you plan the perfect memorial service.
The Dying Process: A Guide for Caregivers
A caregivers guide to the dying process from the Hospice Foundation of America.
Signs and Symptoms of Approaching Death
Common signs and symptoms of approaching death from the Hospice Patients Alliance.
Care at the End of Life - The Dying Process
Information from WebMD about the dying process.

More from About.com

  1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Palliative Care
  4. The Dying Process