Palliative Care Communities

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CSU Shiley Haynes Institute for Palliative Care annually hosts the National Symposium for Academic Palliative Care Education and Research, which brings together professionals dedicated to advancing palliative care. Despite the connections and collaborations fostered during the symposium, attendees often struggle to maintain these connections once the event concludes due to the absence of a convenient system or platform for maintaining ongoing communication.

In response to this challenge, the Institute is establishing a new initiative: the Palliative Care Communities (PCC) via Microsoft Teams. While this initiative was inspired by the desire to continue connections forged at the Symposium, PCC extends beyond this initial purpose. The goal of PCC is to serve as a platform for making connections, sharing best practices, and collaborating on research endeavors for all within the realm of palliative care.

The Institute is currently offering five communities (with potential for future expansion) each catering to the unique needs and interests of different disciplines in palliative care.

Palliative Care Communities

Advanced Practice RN Alumni – If you are an Advanced Practice RN (APRN) who previously took the APRN course through the CSU Shiley Haynes Institute for Palliative Care this community is for you! Connect with other APRN alumni to share your knowledge, best practices, and professional insights to make a meaningful difference in the world of palliative care.

 

Interprofessional Education (IPE) – In this community, we foster collaboration among various health care disciplines to promote whole person care for the individuals we serve. Join us as we work together to engage in interdisciplinary discussions to enhance our understanding of one another and create a unified approach in palliative care.

 

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Palliative Care Social Workers – If you are a social worker and provide support to clients in palliative care, this community is for you! Join us to connect with fellow palliative care social workers and learn more about optimizing support for patients and their families.

 

Palliative Care Pediatric iconPediatric Palliative Care – In this community, we offer information, education, and resources for pediatric palliative care professionals who support families of children with serious illness, medical fragility, and/or life-limiting conditions. Join us as we strive to enhance the quality of care provided to these children and their families.

 

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Spirituality – Share your perspectives surrounding spirituality and the role that faith plays in the journey of compassionate care! Join us as we navigate our understanding of spirituality and honor the diverse spiritual beliefs and practices of both patients and caregivers.

Are you interested in joining a community?

Take the first step now by completing the interest survey and our team will be thrilled to connect with you!

You are 3 steps away!

  1. Click the “Join PCC” button or scan the QR code to submit your PCC interests.
  2. Look for an email from our team with more details.
  3. Follow the instructions and join your PCC!

For questions, please contact us at: palcareadmin1@csusm.edu.