RESUMO
With aging, there are various geriatric syndromes that along with the most prevalent chronic diseases make harder the clinical management of the senior citizen patient. It is known that cancer as a disease is included in many palliative programs in the world, not so, another kind of chronic and degenerative diseases that gradually advance to cause the death of many patients. The intention of this document is to review the recommendations in order to give a better care at the end of the life of the geriatric patient. Always taking into account that people have the right to receive an adequate medical care with quality and that nowadays it is not possible that a sick person presents suffering by their uncontrolled symptoms. It is a work of the society and professionals to improve knowledge of palliative medicine and have a humane and compassionate attitude towards the terminal patient.