𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 @sammy.winemaker (𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫, 𝐌𝐃), 𝐚𝐧𝐝 @hsienseow (𝐃𝐫. 𝐇𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐨𝐰, 𝐏𝐇𝐃) — the brilliant minds behind Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest — for an uplifting virtual conversation during National Hospice Palliative Care Week!
Complimentary workbook available for local registrants!
May 6, 2025 |
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Register now at https://pcsbv.ca/
𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀. It’s more than a service—it’s a way to support people through some of life’s most meaningful moments.
Join us for a relaxed, informative evening designed for anyone who wants to better understand, connect, and care. April 28 | 6:30–8:00pm
Lady MacDonald Inn, Canmore
Register here: https://pcsbv.ca
Towards the end-of-life, improving quality of #life may become more important than simply prolonging life.
Non-essential #medications can be detrimental for the person and public #health.
Retrospective study finds #deprescribing practices are not yet commonplace in the final 12 months of life
#Care #PalliativeCare #Geriatrics #Drugs #LessIsMore #MedMastodon #Polypharmacy
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751991825000786
On #NationalCaregiverDay, we honour the "invisible" work of caregivers and their invaluable role that strengthens our communities. Every day, #PCSBV witnesses the impact that caregivers make in the Bow Valley. Join us to empower these incredible people through emotional and practical support.
Learn more about #NationalCaregiverDay and how you can support our caregivers at https://www.carerscanada.ca/national-caregiver-day-campaigns/
𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! 𝐈𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚, 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞—𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫.
At the Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley, we’re committed to ensuring everyone in our community can access the support, comfort, and dignity they deserve—every step of the way.
Palliative care is holistic, person-centered care for anyone living with a serious illness—at any age, in any setting. It brings together healthcare teams, unpaid caregivers, and loved ones to improve quality of life physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Learn more about our programs: https://pcsbv.ca/programs/
Today, we celebrate the strength, compassion, and resilience of women everywhere—our volunteers, caregivers, staff, and community members—who make a difference every day. Whether providing care, offering support, or leading with kindness, your impact is immeasurable.
Thank you for all you do to create a world filled with care, dignity, and hope.
#IWD2025 #strengthineverystory #PCSBV #womensdaycelebration #EmpoweredWomen #CommunityCare #palliativecare #bowvalley #hospice care
Incluyendo enlace: https://www.sciencedirect.com/
"End-of-life antimicrobial use is common in both acute care contexts and outpatient settings, with an estimated 18–52% of patients in hospice and palliative care settings receiving antimicrobials"
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1473309924008326#:~:text=End%2Dof%2Dlife%20antimicrobial%20use%20is%20common%20in%20both%20acute%20care%20contexts%20and%20outpatient%20settings%2C%20with%20an%20estimated%2018%E2%80%9352%25%20of%20patients%20in%20hospice%20and%20palliative%20care%20settings%20receiving%20antimicrobials
𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 – 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞!
Your donation fuels our Compassionate Companions, grief support, and vital palliative care education, making a real difference when it matters most.
DONATE HERE: https://rb.gy/5ov1vq
Join us on April 1st for a special virtual wellness session where we’ll explore strategies to manage stress, prevent burnout, and care for yourself while caring for others.
Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Zoom
Facilitator: Bill Harder, PCSBV Program Manager
Let’s come together to support those who give so much to others. Register today! www.PCSBV.ca
Assisted dying debate: The UK’s real problem with palliative care.
The UK was once ranked the best country for end-of-life care - but, say experts, that has all changed
My opinion piece on Medical Aid in Dying just got published on Doximity
#maid #MedicalAidinDying #hospice #dying #PalliativeCare
https://www.doximity.com/articles/07d04149-d213-4949-85d5-654432f735fe
Der war richtig gut UND für mich als Person mit ADHS und Nutzer*in von Schlafmeditationen seeehr anstrengend
Ich sitze hier mit euphorischer Vorfreude weil heute ein echter Schmerzmediziner über Schmerzmanagement doziert und dann hat er so eine ASMR Stimme die man für eine Schlafmeditation nutzen könnte
Grief isn’t just something we experience after a loss—it can begin long before. At PCSBV, we are here to provide guidance, comfort, and support when it’s needed most.
Immerse yourself in the contemplative approach to end-of-life care during this residential retreat for healthcare professionals and volunteers.
The Retreat is an experiential training in the contemplative approach to end-of-life care that offers you the space and the opportunity to cultivate your inner balance and enhance your skills in serving the dying and their loved ones.
Led by a faculty of veteran palliative care and hospice professionals and educators, this retreat is far more than an academic training. Its truly unique approach explores the deeper dimension of living, dying and caregiving by bringing together the practical knowledge of today’s palliative care environments with the contemplative methods of mindfulness, compassion and awareness taught in the Buddhist tradition.
The Authentic Presence Immersion Retreat employs a variety of learning modalities, including individual, group and interactive work, as well as presentations and guided practices. No prior experience in mindfulness or meditation is required.
https://www.authentic-presence.org/us-immersion
#endoflife #palliativecare #nursing
Uhh, ganz brandheiß und 4 Stunden lang der #PalliativFilm:
Titel: #Palliativstation.
#FilmTipp: https://www.palliativstation-film.de/
#Berlinale: https://www.berlinale.de/de/2025/programm/202504897.html
Hat dazu jemand Infos, Termine oder Meinungen?
Congratulations to Lee Rinne for receiving the Roger Marple Volunteer Award from the Alzheimer Society Alberta and Northwest Territories!
Lee’s passion, leadership, and unwavering dedication to supporting caregivers and individuals living with dementia make a profound impact in the Bow Valley community.
Read more about this well-deserved recognition here: https://alzheimer.ca/.../whats.../news/meet-lee-continued
The Heart of Healing: Exploring Narrative Medicine and the Power of Compassion
#NarrativeMedicine #CompassionateCare #Mindfulness #PalliativeCare #KindnessMatters #HealthcareHeroes #WellBeing #HumanConnection #HealingStories #EmpathyInAction #TransformativeCare #LoveAndKindness #PatientCentric #CompassionateInterventions #HealthcareWithHeart