Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long-Term Care
Individuals in long-term care (LTC) who are reaching end-of-life have unique physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual needs. A palliative approach to care ensures these needs are being met in a compassionate way that enhances the quality of life, limits suffering and provides needed comfort.
This podcast explores the palliative approach to long-term care through conversations with patients, health care professionals, family members, researchers and others who want to improve how we care for people in long-term care.
Production of these podcasts has been made possible through a financial contribution from Health Canada. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Health Canada.
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Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long-Term Care
Strengthening a palliative approach in long-term care: a Conversation with Professor Dr. Mary Lou Kelley
Since 1972, researcher Mary Lou Kelley has been engaged in gerontology and palliative care practice, teaching and research. She has made major contributions to research in long-term care, and rural and First Nations communities, using participatory, community development approaches to empower and support community members and front line workers.
Her research has led to changes that have improved end of life care for people, their families and communities. Mary Lou was a professor at Lakehead University for 35 years, and is now a team member working on the Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long-Term care project, as well as a volunteer for Compassionate Ottawa.
Learn more about the Strengthening a Palliative Approach to Long-Term Care project at: https://spaltc.ca/
