The Implementation of a Model of Person-Centred Practice In Older ...

The implementation of a model of person-centred practice in older person settings
Information from narratives with one resident identified the need to improve end of
life care practice in the unit. One resident spoke about how he would like to think
that he would be remembered in some way in the unit when he died (Image 2.2). He
felt the unit was very much his home and the staff and residents part of his new
family. A multi disciplinary team group with representatives from the key
stakeholders including pastoral care and medical staff was established. An action
plan was developed with specific areas identified for action. Some of the
achievements to date include:
• the development of a memory book to celebrate the lives of residents and
staff who have died was introduced to each of the units. Any thoughts, special
moments or events staff, residents and carers would like to recall either in
pictures poems or story to share memories of the person are invited for
inclusion in the book.
• introduction of the Liverpool Care pathway with staff receiving education on
its implementation from staff who have received training in the UK
• introduction of person-centred practices around end of life care
• education programmes for staff on palliative care
Image 2.2: “Remembering George” as an example of using narratives in
end of life care
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