Working with seriously ill people brings unique challenges that may include navigating the legal system, advocating for self-determination, and understanding organizational policies and community perceptions. In addition, many team members are confused about the difference between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death. This webinar will teach the necessary skills to navigate these serious issues using a holistic interdisciplinary approach.

WEBINAR DETAILS

Is a request for a hastened death the same as suicidal ideation? It is imperative that everyone is included in the planning process and has a clear understanding of the agreed-upon intervention. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the challenges and solutions related to both types of requests. Learn the pitfalls and preferred practices related to this very sensitive, common, and complex dynamic.

AFTER THIS WEBINAR YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:

• Define suicidal ideation
• List four potential ethical dilemmas that may emanate from suicidal ideation and planning
• Differentiate between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death
• Avoid 10 common errors when a person is suicidal and/or requesting a hastened death
• Discuss the critical importance of including all team members in planning and interventions
• Apply skills and interventions to common situations

THIS WEBINAR WILL BENEFIT THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES:  Hospice, Palliative Care

WO SHOULD ATTEND?  This enlightening webinar is designed for social workers and counselors. The main focus will be on counseling interventions, but it will review variations of interventions that all team members can utilize. Management and leadership will also benefit.

TAKE-AWAY TOOLKIT

• Sample policy/procedure
• Intervention specific toolkit
• Sample “no-suicide contract”
• Common errors and preferred practices
• Additional slides/handout to use for staff and volunteer training
• Handout with lecture notes, references, bibliography, and additional learning opportunities
• Training log
• PDF of slides and speaker’s contact info for follow-up questions
• Attendance certificate provided, however there are no pre-approved CEs associated with this webinar

NOTE: All materials are subject to copyright. Transmission, retransmission, or republishing of any webinar to other agencies or those not employed by your agency is prohibited. Print materials may be copied for eligible participants only.

MEET THE PRESENTER:  Gary Gardia, LCSW, APHSW-C

Over 40 years ago, Gary began his hospice career as a volunteer. Since then, he has worked in many capacities leading a variety of teams and departments including volunteers, social workers, bereavement, and education.

Gary holds Master’s Degrees in both Education and Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He also holds the new Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker Certification (APHSW-C). Gary received the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s (NHPCO) Heart of Hospice Award for developing innovative programs to meet the needs of caregivers and the bereaved and is the recipient of the national social work organization Social Work Hospice and Palliative Network (SWHPN) Award of Excellence in Professional Education.

Gary is a frequent presenter and keynote speaker at state and national conferences and works as a consultant for various businesses and healthcare organizations. He is the past Executive Director of the Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Work certification organization.

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