Will hospice help arrange for the disposition of the body?

Will hospice help arrange for the disposition of the body?

David Kessler (Director of Palliative Care, Citrus Valley Health Partners and Hospice) gives expert video advice on: What physical signs will indicate that my loved one is dying?; How will hospice make my loved one more comfortable before death?; How do I explain death to my children? and more...

Hospice is going to be very helpful in making the final arrangements and walking you through that process. They'll certainly encourage you to make them early on, but if you haven't that's OK. And after your loved one has died, they'll help you with the calls you need to make and arrangements you may need to make at that time. They're also going to make sure that you have time with your loved one. And just know after your loved one dies there is no rush. Take your time with your loved one. Be there. Make sure everyone has a chance to say goodbye. Don't let anyone rush you through that process.