Palliative Care in Aged Care Workshop "Difficult Conversations in Aged Care"

FREE WORKSHOP which was made possible by our sponsor, Hospice Foundation Geelong. 

A small lunch will be provided.

FOR: all aged care workers, including personal care assistants, enrolled nurses, registered nurses and allied health professionals.

We all know how daunting it can be, to navigate challenging conversations around illness, death, and dying. Good communication is at the HEART of palliative care. Are you keen to improve your knowledge and skills? 

Palliative Care Australia (PCA), the nation’s peak body for palliative care has identified that aged care sector must be considered core business in aged care. As Australia’s population ages and the number of people using aged care services increases, the demand for palliative care in community and residential aged care is also increasing. It is essential that palliative care is recognised as core business for all aged care providers. Aged care providers and their staff must be supported by appropriate training to provide quality palliative care (PCA, 2023).

The implementation of workshops designed to enhance the skills of aged care workers can significantly improve their confidence and competence in delivering palliative care. This is crucial, as effective palliative care not only enhances the quality of life for residents but also contributes positively to their overall outcomes.

One of the key advantages of these workshops is the opportunity they provide for live discussions. While many freely accessible online courses exist for aged care workers, nothing can quite replace the dynamic interaction that occurs in a face-to-face or live virtual setting. These discussions allow participants to share experiences, ask questions, and engage in dialogue about real-life scenarios, thus deepening their understanding of complex concepts in palliative care.

Moreover, workshops serve as a valuable platform for building relationships within the region. By bringing together workers from various facilities, these sessions foster connections that can lead to collaborative approaches to care and shared resources. This sense of community is essential in an often isolating field, enabling workers to support one another and share best practices.

In addition to enhancing current knowledge, these workshops can also introduce aged care workers to other educational programs, such as championship initiatives aimed at elevating standards in care delivery. By highlighting these programs, participants can gain insights into ongoing professional development opportunities that can further refine their skills and knowledge base.