What Every PSW Needs to Know About MAID – Part 1

Learn about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) with Valerie Cooper and Ask Your Questions!

In the safe space of this webinar, Valerie Cooper shared a definition of MAID, discussed eligibility criteria for MAID in Canada, described the process of providing and receiving MAID and defined conscientious objection.

Valerie Cooper is a hospice palliative care nurse practitioner and a member of Canada’s Dying with Dignity Clinician Advisory Council.

Learning Outcomes

In this webinar you will learn:

  • The definition of MAID and the eligibility criteria for MAID
  • What death by MAID looks like
  • What conscientiousness is in health care.

About Valerie Cooper

Valerie provides palliative care for people living and dying with life-limiting illnesses in the Kingston, Ontario area. She has thoroughly explored issues related to MAID and is a member of Canada’s Dying with Dignity Clinician Advisory Council. Valerie is also involved in teaching about palliative care for nurses and nurse practitioners and is a member of many Communities of Practice and organizations related to palliative care, end-of-life care, and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID).

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Courtney Murrell is a PSW who works in hospice palliative care.

When she is not at work, she is spending time with her family, going on hikes or writing. Courtney is a lifelong learner and loves to share her passion for writing as a wellness practice.

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