Palliative care
"I enjoy getting to know my patients’ life stories and finding ways to incorporate their experiences and personalities into a holistic and personalized plan of care."
From dementia diagnosis through active disease and end-of-life care
Equity of care for dementia patients
People with dementia and their caregivers have been shown to have palliative care needs equal to those of cancer patients.
A diagnosis begins with palliative care
Just like cancer patients, palliative care for people living with dementia should start at the time of screening and continue through the journey of the disease process.
Essential aspects of care for a dementia patient's palliative journey
Coordination of care
Physical aspects of care
Swallowing difficulties, feeding decisions, driving and mobility discussions
Cultural and spiritual care
Psychological and psychiatric
Anticipatory grief, behavioral management
Know your options
End-of-life resources
Medical aid in dying discussion, hospice care at home
Palliative care includes support for difficult transitions, such as moving from one living situation to another. Nursing care is provided as an add-on service.
