Palliative Care Resources for
Preparing for Palliative Care
Review a short list of questions to ask & points to make while talking to your doctor about serious illness & palliative care including what matters most, what treatments you might or might not want, whether you have a health care proxy or living will & if you’d like a referral
Prepare for a conversation about what’s most important to you with any member of the care team (doctor, nurse, social worker, chaplain) through questions about your care preferences – including what you don’t want.
Learn about the right way to have a serious illness conversation with patients & families. Likened to a complex medical procedure, renowned palliative care physician Diane Meier, M.D., & CAPC founder, describes the steps involved in a short video.
Read an easy-to-understand guide that’s helpful if someone asks you to be their healthcare proxy (legal decision-maker). The guide walks you through three steps to help you decide whether to accept the request by letting you know what’s involved, what to think through, and the discussion & information needed to do a good job.
Review a comprehensive list of 15 questions you might consider asking during your appointment. Followed by a very short video on the importance of the family meeting
View a short video on when the time might be right for palliative care from Dr. Steve Pantilat, internationally known palliative care physician.
Take a quiz with 5 yes or no questions to find out whether you may be a good candidate for palliative care.
Use this one-page FAQ listing 7 key questions & answers for patients & families considering or starting palliative care,
In this powerful video, a Native Hawaiian woman shares her perspective on end-of-life conversations, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity, respect, and honoring traditions. Through her personal insights, viewers learn how to navigate these discussions with compassion, ensuring that end-of-life care is aligned with Native Hawaiian values. This video promotes understanding and cultural awareness in providing dignified care at the end of life.
Listen to the voices of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander individuals as they share their perspectives on the importance of advance care planning and palliative care. Gain insights into how cultural values shape healthcare decisions and how planning ahead can empower families in making informed choices for end-of-life care.