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illness. When the hospital can no longer provide curative care, home is the best place for <br /> the dying. When home isn't the answer, an alternative is very appealing. <br /> 6. There is surprise that Madison is one of the few cities of its size without such a facility. <br /> 7. All of the perceptions about Hospice are very positive. <br /> 8. The people who know about the early services of Hospice comprise a small minority. <br /> Most agree that the time to call Hospice is when the end is near and the family can no <br /> longer cope. All agree that getting help early with planning the best way to spend the <br /> time remaining, and emotional preparation for the family and patient are services people <br /> don't know about. But those are services that people need. <br /> 9. Numerous questions came up in the discussions. Participants want to know more about <br /> how patient care is funded and how Hospice is funded in general. How long can Hospice <br /> work with a patient? Who pays? Who would pay for the cost of care in an in-patient <br /> facility? <br /> 10. Many suggested that fund raising events that require participation, such as an ice cream <br /> social create a feeling of community ownership and spur additional contributions. <br /> Recommendations <br /> 1. Based on the findings of this research, CRC strongly recommends pursuit of building this <br /> facility. There is a strong need for this facility in the community. <br /> 2. HospiceCare's plan to get approval by the Community Foundation is confirmed as <br /> critical to campaign success. <br /> 3. Your location selection can be anywhere as long as it is inviting, peaceful and offers the <br /> amenities of transportation and parking. It should look like home not like an institution. <br /> 4. Launch your campaign with education about Hospice first and then for funding of the <br /> facility, or do both simultaneously. <br /> 5. There are questions you need to answer. Most of those deal with the funding of Hospice <br /> in general and this facility specifically. Allay fears that this facility will detract from the <br /> services you already offer so well. Purport how this facility will enhance your current <br /> services and complete the range of services that should be offered. <br /> Chamberlain Research Consultants Page 2 <br />