End-of-life care

“End-of-life care" refers to the medical, emotional and practical support provided to people in the final stages of their life. 

While you might think of this as the final months or weeks leading up to the person's death, 'end-of-life care' generally covers the last 12 months of a person's life. 

Professionals must protect the person’s wellbeing and dignity throughout this difficult period. 

Support might include advanced care planning, hospice care, or palliative care -- i.e., improving symptoms, pain, and stress associated with life-limiting conditions. 

End-of-life care could take place in various settings, including hospitals, hospices, nursing homes, or even at home. 

On this page you will find a selection of resources relevant to this topic. For more information, resources and guidance, why not visit AccessAva? 

Resources

EOL02 - Complaint about DNACPR order - This template letter can be used when you want to issue a complaint about the imposition of a DNACPR order and ask for it to be revoked.

EOL04 - request for urgent interim support - This template letter can be used to request for an urgent assessment of needs and immediate interim care (end-of-life care) for someone.

ER180 - Advance decisions to refuse treatment - This easy read doucument explains what ADRT (Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment) is and where and when it is used.