Hospice Foundation of America

Hospice & Palliative · South Dakota · Free

Education and resources for those facing end-of-life issues and grief. A starting point for families navigating advance directives, DNR/DNI decisions, or what comfort care actually looks like at home. Palliative care can start at any stage and works alongside oncology, cardiology, or other curative teams. Hospice does not shorten life on average; some studies suggest it lengthens life slightly by reducing aggressive end-of-life treatment. Open at no cost to South Dakota seniors and the families...

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