Caregiving and End of Life

Follow this advice when facing a serious or terminal illness or helping someone through it.

Questions
Questions Differentiating Between Grief and Clinical Depression My mom died a few months ago and dad isn't taking it well. He's lost interest in food, socializing, is not sleeping well, and has guilt about "unfinished business" in their relationship. How can I tell the difference between natural grief and depression?
Questions When Is It Time for Hospice? My father has cancer and we think it may be time to find out about hospice services. What questions should we ask?
Questions Heart Attack: Partner's Concern about Recovery My husband had triple bypass open heart surgery with a terrific outcome. Since his heart attack, I'm not sleeping well. My doctor prescribed sleeping pills which I don't take in case he needs me. What can I do to feel more confident that he's doing ok?
Questions Alzheimer's Symptoms I'm concerned that my 75-year-old mother may be showing signs of early Alzheimer's. Can you tell me what I should look for and what steps we should take?