Integrative palliative care is an approach to medicine that combines palliative medicine with integrative medicine to create a whole-person care approach for individuals suffering serious illness. This evidence-supported and comprehensive approach to care utilizes numerous tools and beliefs that enhance the work of Aging Services Professionals as they help families and patients navigate the intricacies of home care.

This episode explains the holistic approach within integrative palliative care that offers several advantages, such as improved quality of life, better symptom management, and enhanced emotional well-being. Learn more about:

• Understanding Integrative palliative care and how this type of care benefits individuals
• Considerations for aging services professionals when thinking about incorporating integrative palliative care into a home care plan
• Understanding how psychology and mental health are a major part of integrative palliative care and how aging services professionals approach this information when working with clients
• Learn how home care professionals incorporate integrative palliative care into their daily work
• How palliative care is evolving, and the potential changes to look for in the near future
• Additional tips or resources for aging services professionals regarding integrative palliative care

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