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
Special Series: Cup of Care- conversations with family caregivers - Episode 5
Caregiving is just what I do
In this episode, Sheila, a Nehiyaw (Cree) woman from Treaty 6 Territory, explains how she supports an adult son living with an acquired brain injury and a genetic syndrome. While co-hosts Katie and Sibtain prepare for this exchange, Sheila explains the meaning of their tobacco offering. As Sheila describes how her son navigates his health conditions and how she supports him, you’ll find yourself reflecting the terms “caregiver” and “disability” in a new way.
"I didn't think twice about if it was going to be hard or easy or how much time it's going to take out of my life; I just knew I had to do it." – Sheila
Learn more about the Strengthening a Palliative Approach to Long-Term Care project at: https://spaltc.ca/
