Program Goals
A secure but respectful setting
Education about the disease process, the end-of-life experi-ence, and the grieving process
Symptom and pain control
A circle of support including family and friends
Respect of treatment choices
An opportunity to compose advance written directives
Spiritual comfort
Restored sense of dignity and respect
WinWin experience for both staff and inmate volunteers as they gain insight as a result of their participation in the end-of-life experience.
