Arc Of Illness

 
Though every illness is different, most follow a similar “arc” with a beginning, middle and end. Some illnesses last for days or weeks, others last years or even decades. The Arc of Illness is designed as an organising strategy for information, tools, and resources to help caregivers and friends of caregivers.

The “end” of the arc of illness can have a positive outcome – a return to good health.  This of course is what families hope for. However, the resources under this heading are for when an illness does not have a good outcome. The End Resources include information to help families plan, communicate, coordinate, and prioritize near the end of life. It also has resources to help understand end of life wishes and advance directives.