Resources

CandleHospice & Palliative Care Federation of MA

For a consumer guide, Massachusetts hospice directory, and general information about end of life concerns.
Phone: 800-962-2973

Hospice of Franklin County

The mission of Hospice of Franklin County is to support and care for those living with an advanced illness so they may live as fully and comfortably as possible.

Growth House: Guide to Death, Dying, Grief, Bereavement, and End-of-Life Resources

An award-winning gateway to resources for life-threatening illness and end-of-life issues.

Hard Choices for Loving People: CPR, Artificial Feeding, Comfort Care, and the Patient with a Life-Threatening Illness, by Hank Dunn, A & A Publishers, Inc. 4th Edition, 2001

A resource for professionals, patients and their families regarding end-of-life decisions.

Massachusetts Bereavement Services

Statewide website for current bereavement information -- support groups, memorial services, general info

  • Listings easily accessible by geographical area
  • Information posted by Massachusetts bereavement professionals
  • Site available to professionals and bereaved individuals
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Massachusetts End of Life Commission

The Massachusetts Commission on End of Life Care was established in FY’01. Our mission is “To improve the quality of life at the end of life.” We are committed to promoting public, professional and institutional awareness around end of life issues and fostering professional and consumer education to improve end of life care.

Aging With Dignity

Purchasing directions for "Five Wishes," a simple document to put your "wishes" in writing should you become seriously ill and unable to speak for yourself.
Telephone: 850-681-2010