Changing the Way We Die Compassionate End-Of-Life Care and the Hospice Movement

"As a former hospice volunteer, I am thrilled to recommend "Changing the Way We Die." Finally there's a spotlight on a crucial conversation which has the potential to reduce the suffering of millions of people at the end of life. A must read for anyone with elderly parents as well as those who want to be choiceful about their own lives."-MJ Ryan, author of "Attitudes of Gratitude, The Power of Patience, This Year I Will...." Hospice is one of the truly humane innovations in our culture, and "Changing the Way We Die" not only shows why, it demonstrates the importance of treating death as part of the great mystery and privilege of being alive."-From Sue Halpern, author, "A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home" "My interest in the hospice concept began in 1978 and hospice has been my passion ever since. I watched and participated in its birth and have grown right along with its continued evolution. When I started reading "Changing the Way We Die," Sheila and Fran had me from the introduction and I was riveted to the last page. The book is thoroughly researched and documented. It is a comprehensive look at the Hospice movement from its idealistic inception in the 70's to today with its many challenges."Changing the Way We Die" is accurate and detailed. What lies upon its pages so needs to be said, examined and hopefully addressed. I highly recommend this read for anyone directly or indirectly involved with end of life issues. I guess that means everyone since all of us have to deal with end of life sometime, for ourselves or those we care about."-Barbara Karnes, RN, author of "The Hospice Blue Book" ""Changing the Way We Die" honors patients, their families, cultures, and values. Many misunderstood concerns about dying are addressed. Most of all, this book celebrates the end-of-life dignity to which every person is entitled. I highly recommend this enlightening resource that adds significant layers of practical knowledge to death journeys e