Let’s talk about When to Consider Hospice and Palliative Care in Dementia

Dr. Lynda Tang of Vancouver Clinic Palliative Care, will provide an overview of Palliative Care and Hospice in Dementia at a presentation held virtually via Zoom from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 28.

Topics covered in the presentation include:
1. Understanding Dementia: An overview of dementia, its progression, and how it affects individuals differently.
2. Palliative Care Principles: How palliative care can be applied to dementia, focusing on comfort, quality of life, and symptom management.
3. Decision-Making: Guidance on making decisions about palliative care and hospice, including assessing the patient’s needs and wishes.
4. Caregiver Support: Strategies for supporting caregivers, who play a crucial role in the care of individuals with dementia.
5. Hospice Consideration: Criteria for when hospice care may be appropriate for a person with advanced dementia.
6. Ethical and Legal Considerations: Discussion on ethical dilemmas and legal aspects of care at the end of life for dementia patients.

Attendees can register online, or call HOPE Dementia Support at 360-513-5754.