The stages of development in hospice care can be broken down in five different stages outlined by the Center for Hospice Care Southeast Connecticut. First, is planning for end of life care for individuals. During this stage patients are encouraged to make choices regarding their care beforehand. Thus, patients can maintain control over their lives for as long as plausible and loved ones are relieved of any doubt over their own preferences if a patient reaches the point where they can no longer make decisions on their own (CHCSE, 2016). Second, is spiritual and emotional care where social workers, chaplains, loved ones, counselors, and patients understand and accept death. This stage ensures they are ready when the times comes and are at
