Links

Here are links to some web sites we recommend regarding end of life care issues:

Includes topic specific newsletters, online discussion lists, back issue articles of Today's Caregiver Magazine, chat rooms and an online store which is currently in development. Currently featuring information to help caregivers survive the holidays.

The National Family Caregivers Association

Represents the more than 25 million family caregivers in this country.  NFCA's mission is to improve the overall quality of life of America's family caregivers.   NFCA provides information and education, support and validation, public awareness and advocacy. Their web site has links to other organizations and web sites for help finding: respite care, adult day services, prescription discounts, caregiver training, elder care, etc.

Caring Connections

This is a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) to engage everyone in improving end of life care.

National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization

NHPCO is the largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the U.S. This site will help you find a hospice in your area and more information about hospice and palliative care.

Ohio Hospice & Palliative Care Organization

The OHPCO site provides information on hospice facilities in Ohio and on hospice care, including: advance directives, myths & truths about pain control, hospice admission criteria, and Hospice Medicare Benefit eligibility.

Hospice Council of West Virginia

The Hospice Council of West Virginia exists soley to promote the hospice care concept in the state of West Virginia.

Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association

HPNA promotes excellence in end-of-life nursing. This site provides convenient access to current information in the areas of hospice and palliative nursing.

Dying Well

Resources and referrals to organizations, sites and books to empower terminally ill and families to live as fully as possible during dying process. Links to Missoula Demonstration Project (Dr. Ira Byock’s town demonstrates a community-based approach to end-of-life care).