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PEOLC COVID-19 Resource Repository
ACP/GCD Communication
Palliative Care Resources
Clinical Guidelines
Accessing Palliative Care
For the Public
ACP/GCD Communication
Podcast
Podcast Communication Resources/Tools
- COVID-19 Conversation Guide for Outpatient Care
- Simulated Telemedicine Demonstration of COVID-19 Conversation Guide for Outpatient Care (Ariadne Labs)
- Planning ahead with vulnerable patients during COVID-19: A conversation tool for clinicians
- Streamlined GCD decision-making for COVID-19
- COVID-19 ready communication skills: A playbook of VitalTalk tips
- Conversations Matter:
- Website: Conversationsmatter.ca
- ACP/GCD Educator Support: CalgaryConversations.Matter@ahs.ca
Additional Resources
- Instructions for Family Doctors – VIRTUAL COMPLETION of Goals of Care Designation (GCD) Orders with Patients/Substitute Decision Makers
- Academic Blog of Dr. Amy Tan
- Tips for Compassionate Communication with Patients Who Are Deteriorating and their Families
- Serious Illness Conversation with COVID-19 Patient (Providence Health, BC)
Palliative Care Resources
- Palliative Performance Scale
- Palliative Care Toolkit for Acute Care Nurses during COVID-19 Pandemic
- Palliative Care Support for COVID-19+ Clients Receiving Home Care in the Community
- Palliative Care Toolkit for Integrated Home Care Teams during COVID-19 Pandemic
- Nursing Considerations for End of Life Supportive Care for Residents with Confirmed/Suspected COVID-19 in ISFL
- How to Help your Patients Connect with Loved Ones During COVID-19
- COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations for Handling of Deceased Persons
- AHS Grief Support Program (Calgary Zone)
Clinical Guidelines
Podcast
Podcast Resources
- Symptom management guidelines for COVID-19 with COVID-19 receiving End-of-Life supportive care outside of ICU
- Palliative sedation quick tips (All Zones)
Additional Resources
Accessing Palliative Care
- How to Access Palliative Care (Calgary Zone)
- Palliative Care Non-urgent Advice (Calgary Zone)
- RAAPID
For the Public
- A caregiver’s resource for caring for your loved one at home during COVID-19
- Managing breathlessness at home during the COVID-19 outbreak
- Provincial practical tips for family when considering discharge home from hospital for end of life care
- Safe Handling of Personal Property Post-Death Family Instructions