Introducing a New Paradigm for Supporting Family Caregivers
Caregiver advocate, Dr. Allison Applebaum, outlines the tremendous impact of caregiving—plus five steps clinicians can take right now to support family caregivers in their practice.
3 Proactive Strategies for Retaining a Passionate Palliative Care Team
Simple steps that palliative care leaders can take to encourage team engagement and inclusivity, and help identify risks of unexpected departures.
How to Build Bridges Between Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Teams
An occupational therapist and a palliative care physician discuss their teams' shared goals and collaborative efforts to improve quality of life for patients.
Dr. Diane Meier on the History and Future of Palliative Care Research
Why Diane Meier, MD, is excited about the future of palliative care research and was inspired by the 2024 AAHPM State of the Science keynote.
How to Provide Excellent Dementia Care for Patients with Dementia—and Their Families
A dementia care program director shares lessons learned over twenty years of caring for people with dementia, and their families.
When Recovery Takes Longer: How to Incorporate Palliative Care in LTACHs
Why palliative care can be helpful for people in Long Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACHs)—and a roadmap for incorporating it into daily practice.
How to Manage Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Serious Illness
A leading psychiatrist shares how to identify and address anxiety and depression in people living with serious illness, and when to refer to a specialist.
Palliative Care in the Safety Net: Advice on Ensuring Access, Quality, and Stability
Creative and practical strategies for operating palliative care programs in the health care safety net.
How to Support State Palliative Care Payment Policy Discussions
Palliative care policy experts provide an overview of recent updates at the state level and share tips to increase effectiveness when working with state policymakers.
Enhancing Care for Diverse Communities: The Role of Community Health Workers
Exploring the expansive role of the Community Health Worker (CHW), a long-standing member of the health care team, who helps to bring more culturally-responsive care.
“He’s Losing Weight…What Are You Doing to Help Him?”: How to Better Assess Your Patients’ Nutrition
How to screen people living with serious illness for nutritional risk—and when to consult with a registered dietitian.
How to Address Body Image Concerns in Patients with Breast Cancer
An oncologist, who is also a palliative care physician, shares how to help patients with their changing bodies when living with breast cancer.