. . . it’s as if they’re talking a foreign language

This is the way you may feel when you encounter the many unfamiliar words and phrases attached to end of life treatment, care and decision-making. In part because we don’t talk comfortably about death in our society, in part because “you don’t need to know something until you need to know it,” you may feel out of your depth when it comes to things like: power of attorney, DNR, TPN, heroic measures, columbarium and palliative care — to name a few.

A Glossary of Terms: Relating to Death and Dying has been created with you and your loved ones in mind.

All the main legal and medical terms you may encounter or need to master are here for you in an easy-to-use reference ebook. This ebook is offered FREE to you in hopes it will help you deal with choices and complications with more confidence.

It can be hard enough to cope with the impact of the news that you must soon face the end of your own life or the end of life of a loved one without feeling overwhelmed by the terminology you encounter. Please do download this FREE ebook and share it with family and friends if you wish, as an aid to understanding and communication.

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