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Managing Death, Dying and Grief in the Later Years
Length: 1 hour 3 minutes
Countless clinical, administrative dilemmas arise when dealing with an older adult and family during the dying process. What are the best practices when families are pursuing curative care when palliative care is called for? What happens when the elderly patient does not have advance directives? This interactive and thought-provoking program will examine the areas of anticipatory grief, dementia and common dilemmas as they relate to death, dying and grief in long term care settings.
Content Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Original Date of Program: 4/12/2021
Stephanie Goldstein
Stephanie Goldstein, BSW, LBSW, has been in healthcare for more than 15 years. Her experience includes both working directly with patients and as a manager in mental health and long term care. She is passionate about educating patients and families on options while promoting self-determination for those with complex physical, cognitive or mental health diagnoses. A frequent guest lecturer for Johns Hopkins University’s Certificate on Aging program, she also loves teaching professionals about best practices in working with older generations.
