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Improving the Lived Experience of People with Dementia

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older adults, dementia, chronic disease, palliative care, prevention, healthy lifestyle, health promotion, seniors, long term care, Geriatrics, Alzheimer’s disease, Aging
March 2019
Aging Population | Policy Paper
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Doctors of BC Position: Dementia impacts a significant number of British Columbians and this impact is expected to increase with an aging population. Doctors of BC advocates for an increased focus on prevention, and seeks to improve the lived experience of people with dementia through educating and training, increasing one-on-one care in long-term care, and promoting a palliative approach to care.

It’s Time to Talk: Advance Care Planning In British Columbia

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advance care planning, patient communication, end of life care, palliative care, seniors, Geriatrics
March 2014
Aging Population | Policy Paper
Link 1.63 MB

Doctors of BC Position: Advance care planning is a process by which a capable adult talks over their beliefs, values, and wishes for health care with their close family/friend(s) and a health care provider in advance of a time when they may be incapable of deciding for themselves. Doctors of BC recommends that advance care planning can be expanded in BC by increasing training for healthcare providers, increasing awareness of existing advance care planning resources, integrating advance care plans with patient records, and improving communication between providers and patients with chronic and complex life-limiting illnesses.

Building Bridges: A Call for a Coordinated Dementia Strategy in British Columbia

Tagged:
older adults, dementia, chronic disease, palliative care, health promotion, healthy lifestyle, prevention, seniors, long term care, assisted living, Geriatrics, Alzheimer’s disease, Aging
April 2004
Aging Population | Policy Paper
Link 589.39 KB

Doctors of BC Position: Doctors of BC supports improved care for dementia patients by increasing patient and healthcare provider education, providing comprehensive care, adopting a chronic disease management approach, and by considering a palliative approach to care when appropriate.