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This resource is designed to be a repository of published geriatric prognostic indices where clinicians can go to obtain evidence-based information on patients' prognosis. The information on ePrognosis is intended as a rough guide to inform clinicians about possible mortality outcomes. It is not intended to be the only basis for making care decisions, nor is it intended to be a definitive means of prognostication. Clinicians should keep in mind that every patient is an individual, and that many factors beyond those used in these indices may influence a patient's prognosis.

This resource is designed to be a repository of published geriatric prognostic indices where clinicians can go to obtain evidence-based information on patients' prognosis. The information on ePrognosis is intended as a rough guide to inform clinicians about possible mortality outcomes. It is not intended to be the only basis for making care decisions, nor is it intended to be a definitive means of prognostication. Clinicians should keep in mind that every patient is an individual, and that many factors beyond those used in these indices may influence a patient's prognosis.

"Understanding death, grief and mourning: a resource manual" provides help for adults, teens, children, and those impacted by grief/bereavement associated with suicide and murder.  

About the organization: Cornerstone of Hope is a nonprofit comprehensive bereavement support center, guided by Christian values of compassion and service, serving children, teens, and adults who have experienced the death of a loved  one.   

It’s never an easy decision to make. Sometimes, the kindest thing you can do for a pet that is so ill or severely injured that they'll never be able to resume a quilty life, is to have your veterinarian provide a humane death by euthanasia.

Such a decision may be one of the most difficult ones you'll ever make for your pet. Although euthanasia is a personal decision, it doesn’t need to be a solitary one. Your veterinarian, family and close friends can help you make the right decision and can support you as you grieve the loss of your pet.

The National Center to Reframe Aging (NCRA) is the central hub for the movement to reframe aging. The Reframing Aging movement is a long-term social change endeavor designed to improve the public’s understanding of what aging means and the many ways that older people contribute to our society.

Designated as the North American Cognitive Stimulation Therapy Training Institute, the Gateway Geriatric Education Center at Saint Louis University provides training and support for Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST). CST is an evidence-based, non-pharmacologic, structured group or individual intervention for persons experiencing mild to moderate memory impairment. CST provides those experiencing cognitive impairment with opportunities to interact with others by making social connections through the use of stimulating activities and discussions.

Understanding the ethnic or cultural background of an individual who is being evaluated for dementia is essential to accurate diagnosis and treatment. These resources provide a starting point for understanding norms and values based on a person's background.

Source: ACT on Alzheimer's.
https://actonalz.org/

An interprofessional programme, with cohorts of students from six different health professions, was developed from an initial business case and implemented as one of two parallel rural sites. First-year results indicate significant community commitment and very positive student feedback in relation to local hospitality, feeling part of the healthcare team, learning from students of other disciplines and much greater appreciation of the rural health environment. Students report greatly increased confidence in working with Maˉori, and enjoy producing their community projects.

The evaluations described in this chapter have highlighted the need to have a better understanding of the long-term effect and outcomes of IPE programmes as a whole. From an institutional perspective these results are important for the maintenance of funding streams to support IPE programmes. From a health system perspective these may indicate where resources can be best allocated to achieve goals for the workforce.