Preparing Family Caregivers for the Death and Bereavement Experience

Preparing family caregivers of terminally ill patients for death and bereavement can diminish uncertainty, enhance their biopsychosocial-spiritual well-being, and shape patient outcomes. Applying the stress-coping model, this interactive, case-based webinar will address best practice strategies in assessing and advancing three dimensions of caregiver preparation for the dying/post-death experience. This skill-advancing session will outline family caregiver-centered integration methods for each dimension of in-home care settings. Participants will be able to apply the model and strategies to practice analyzing case studies of terminally ill patients and their family caregivers.

This informative session will advance the knowledge and skills of team leaders, frontline nursing professionals, volunteer managers, occupational and physical therapists, social workers, spiritual caregivers, and others who participate in the patient care experience.