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Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long-Term CareAuthor: SPA-LTC (Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long Term Care)
Individuals in long-term care (LTC) who are reaching end-of-life have unique physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual needs. A palliative approach to care ensures these needs are being met in a compassionate way that enhances the quality of life, limits suffering and provides needed comfort. This podcast explores the palliative approach to long-term care through conversations with patients, health care professionals, family members, researchers and others who want to improve how we care for people in long-term care. Production of these podcasts has been made possible through a financial contribution from Health Canada. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Health Canada.Selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 15 Long Term Care Podcasts and one of the "20 Best Nursing Home Podcasts" lists for 2024! Selected by MillionPodcasts as one of the Top 60 Long Term Care Podcasts, Top 45 Palliative Care Podcasts and Top 70 Caregiver Podcasts on the web. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Understanding the many aspects of frailty: a conversation with Dr. Zahra Goodarzi
Episode 11
Sunday, 8 February, 2026
"When we did work talking to patients and care partners and providers, a lot of patients and care partners weren't aware of frailty as an idea or concept. But once it was explained to them, they felt much better and understood what was happening. We all seek understanding and explanation in some way, and I think that can really help people really understand what's happening to their loved one, but also understand what's happening to themselves."Doctor Zahra Goodarzi is an academic geriatrician and an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and Department of Community Health Sciences at the University of Calgary, where she is also the Division Head for geriatric medicine, the medical lead for specialized geriatric services and transition services, and the Program Director for Leaders in Medicine, Dr. Goodarzi's current work looks at the development of clinical pathways for mood disorders, dementia, and frailty across the care continuum in clinical care, emergency, and long-term care. Learn more about the Strengthening a Palliative Approach to Long-Term Care project at: https://spaltc.ca/
