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How Hospice Supports Families

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Hospice aides can help with hands-on tasks such as bathing, dressing, and skin care. New York: Springer 2009: 135-155. This type of support increases caregiver confidence, which in itself can reduce caregiver fatigue. Direct Patient Support. What’s more, hospice agencies often provide aides and volunteers for more direct support.

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