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ADVANCED-Comfort
for Healthcare Providers

Supporting people in the later stages of dementia can be challenging. Find out how you can partner with families and care partners to promote comfort and quality of life.

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ADVANCED-Comfort is a care philosophy dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with advanced dementia. Our goal is to promote evidence-based, personalized care that honors individuals' preferences and values. Everyone deserves care that respects their dignity, promotes comfort, and enhances quality of life.

This program will empower you with information about dementia, skills in partnering with families and care partners, and the tools necessary for creating a 6M Comfort Focused Care Plan for people living with advanced dementia. 

Welcome
 

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Ruth Palan Lopez, PhD
Gerontological Nurse Practitioner

People living with advanced dementia may find it difficult to communicate their needs to healthcare providers. Whether it's using the name they prefer to be called, preparing their favorite foods, or using soothing bathing routines, your insights into their preferences are very important to ensuring their comfort. Join me to learn about partnering with families and care partners to enhance comfort and quality of life.

EMPOWER

Discover how you can partner with families and care partners to create a plan to achieve comfort and quality of life for an individual living with advanced dementia.

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These items are provided solely for informational purposes and are not intended as a substitute for consultation with a medical professional. People with any specific questions about the items in the program or their situation should consult their physician or healthcare provider.

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