This free, online event is tailored for a range of healthcare professionals, including non-clinical administrative staff, nurses, allied health professionals, and facility managers. The session focuses on the important role each team member plays in improving the well-being of residents in residential aged care. It addresses the challenges of ageing, dying, and death, emphasising the need for resilience and compassion from all staff members to create a supportive and nurturing environment.
Discussion Points:
- Identifying signs of approaching death in residents.
- Appropriate communication during difficult times.
- Addressing and dispelling common misconceptions.
- Providing meaningful support during challenging moments.
- Knowing when to escalate concerns to clinical staff.
Presented By:
Jo Whitley, End of Life Choices Coordinator
Ed Gaudoin, Clinical Nurse & Nurse Educator, End of Life Coordinator
