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“Defining Hope” by Carolyn Jones

A documentary that tells the story of patients with life-threatening illnesses and the nurses who care for them

“Defining Hope,” a 2017 documentary from director Carolyn Jones, explores the ways that hospice and palliative care can empower patients with terminal illnesses. The film follows patients with life-threatening illnesses and the nurses who care for them as they make choices … Continue reading

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Lessons For the Living by Lily Henderson

A documentary featuring interviews with hospice volunteers

Lessons for the Living is a 2010 documentary directed by Lily Henderson that features a series of interviews with hospice volunteers as they reflect on their experiences in caring for dying people. The volunteers come from varied walks of life, ranging from … Continue reading

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