Understanding and Applying the Palliative Performance Scale (PPS): A Practical Guide for Healthcare Providers
This comprehensive webinar, led by Terry (Theresa) Downing, explored the various applications of the Palliative Performance Scale (PPS). Participants learned how the tool could be used for accurate patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and tracking changes in functional status. The session also covered the importance of proper PPS implementation along with common pitfalls to ensure its […]
Peace of Mind and Heart: The Power of a Legacy Love Letter
This webinar offered valuable insights into helping individuals create lasting messages of love, support, and wisdom for loved ones to have, long after the writer has died. The session introduced two innovative tools: Willow’s 5-Minute Legacy Love Letter® presented by Reena Lazar, which uses six simple prompts to help people create heartfelt messages that connect […]
Exploring Palliative Care for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PWIDD): A Path to Enabling Good Practice
Palliative care is a compassionate, whole-person approach that adapts to meet people where they are, honoring their unique needs and circumstances. In the last few years, the palliative care community has been striving for equity, striving to ensure that all individuals, have access to palliative care. However, one group that remains underserved in palliative care […]
The Skinny on Skin Care: Everyone has a role in preventing wounds.
PSWs are trained to observe and report changes in a resident’s condition. They are often the first to notice signs of illness, discomfort, or behavioral changes. This vigilance is crucial for early intervention and can prevent minor issues from escalating into serious health problems. PSWs act as the eyes and ears of the healthcare team, […]
