Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care

There is no cost to attend, and all interested individuals are invited to participate. Continuing education credit will be available.

Attend at DMU or online

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EDUCATIONAL NEED

Healthcare professionals frequently care for patients with serious illnesses who experience complex physical symptoms, psychosocial challenges, and difficult treatment decisions. Despite the growing need for hospice and palliative care services, clinicians may have limited training in recognizing appropriate referrals, managing symptoms, conducting goals-of-care conversations, and distinguishing between palliative care and hospice.

This session addresses the need for healthcare professionals to strengthen their understanding of evidence-based hospice and palliative care principles, improve communication with patients and families, and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to provide compassionate, person-centered care that enhances quality of life and supports informed decision-making.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Differentiate palliative care from hospice based on purpose, timing, eligibility, and treatment goals.Identify when palliative care or hospice may be appropriate for a patient.Describe how interdisciplinary, patient-centered care supports quality of life, comfort, and dignity.Apply effective communication principles to support informed decisions and timely referrals.

SPEAKERS

Patty Nance, RN
Hospice Case Manager, WesleyLife

Aimee Spores, LMSW
Director of Hospice and Palliative Care, WesleyLife