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
The physician's role in Long-Term Care: a conversation with physician Dr. Sandy Shamon
Dr. Sandy Shamon is a physician and medical director working in long-term care, and a palliative care consultant at Sinai Health in Toronto, Ontario, Dr. Shamon is interested in improving quality of care in long-term care, through research and her advocacy role with the Ontario long-term care clinicians organization, where she works to champion system reform and education to enhance the quality of care in these settings.
Learn more about the Strengthening a Palliative Approach to Long-Term Care project at: https://spaltc.ca/
