end of life

Death & Dying: WRH Staff Education Series

Presented by the Patient Journey Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC):

Join Windsor Regional Hospital for a series of four lunch and learn presentations in October on death and dying via Zoom. Each session will explore aspects of end-of-life and palliative care, cultural considerations, and medical assistance in dying (MAID). Resources and practical strategies will be offered for handling end-of-life situations with sensitivity and competence. Enhance your ability to support patients and families during challenging times.

The series is open to:
Windsor Regional Hospital staff, St. Clair College and University of Windsor students and faculty, community healthcare workers, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) members.

How to register:
To be registered for all four presentations, email Sarah.Morris@wrh.on.ca. Otherwise, you can register for each individual session with the links provided.

Communication with Patients and Families around Death and Palliative Care
Tuesday, October 8: 12:00 – 1:00 PM via Zoom
Presented by: Dr. Tyler Jervis and Alisha Leventis
[Register Here]

Explore the fundamentals of palliative care, including the benefits, goals, and how to communicate effectively with patients and families. Learn about advanced care planning, recognizing end-of-life signs, and addressing unexpected deaths, moral distress, while respecting patient and family wishes.

Palliative Care and Community Resources
Tuesday, October 15, 12:00 – 12:30 PM via Zoom
Presented by: Dr. Tyler Jervis and Alisha Leventis
[Register Here]

Understand the collaborative nature of palliative care and discover available in-patient and out-patient resources in the community. Learn about eligibility criteria and access points for various programs, including the upcoming Palliative Renal Care program.

Care and Handling Death for Various Religious & Cultural Backgrounds
Tuesday, Oct 22: 12:00 – 12:30 PM via Zoom
Presented by: Sarah Mushtaq and Harrison Tocco
[Register Here]

Overview religious and cultural demographics within Windsor-Essex and best practices for end-of-life care. Learn practical tips for accommodating diverse cultural and spiritual needs and how to access available resources for additional support.

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)
Tuesday, October 29: 12:00 – 12:30 PM via Zoom
Presented by: Dr. Tyler Jervis
[Register Here]

Review the objectives, criteria, and referral processes for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), along with demographic trends and emotional support strategies. Explore local resources and gain insights on navigating this complex topic with sensitivity and professionalism.

About the presenters:

Dr. Tyler Jervis – In-Patient Palliative Physician
Windsor Regional Hospital

Alisha Leventis – Hospice Liaison / Nurse Educator
Windsor Regional Hospital & The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Inc.

Sarah Mushtaq – Director, Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism (EIDAR)
Windsor Regional Hospital

Harrison Tocco – Operations Manager, Allied Health Services
Windsor Regional Hospital