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The experience of dying is different for each person. It comes in its own time and its own way.
When a person with dementia is in the very late stages of the disease, the focus should be on quality of life and comfort rather than on lengthening life and giving treatment. Palliative (or comfort) care focuses on the whole person's needs—physical, emotional and spiritual.
This session includes the following parts:
Part 1: Ethical End-of-Life Challenges
Part 2: Medical Care Decisions
Part 3: Making End-of-Life Decisions
Part 4: Questions for Reflection
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In this session, you explored the challenges and ethical considerations in decision-making at the end-of-life stage of dementia.
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Download and print a copy of the Care Partner Planning Checklist. Use this checklist as a guide to help plan ahead. Each activity listed in the checklist is a suggestion. The guide may not fully cover everything that applies to your own circumstances.
The Alzheimer Society in your community can provide educational resources to help you learn more about the disease, referrals to help you access the practical support you need, and one-on-one and group support to help you cope with the emotional impact of the disease.
Contact your local Alzheimer Society today via our toll-free number 1-866-950-5465 or by email: info@alzheimer.ab.ca.
To continue your learning experience, move ahead to the next session where you will learn about palliative care, physical comfort, and non-verbal communication tips at the end of life stage.
Note: This online version of the Seeds of Hope Family Learning Series provides guidance but it is not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional. Consult your health care provider about changes in the person’s condition, or if you have questions or concerns.
