Palliative and end-of-life care helps people, and their families, have a better quality of life and comfort during a life-limiting illness. From diagnosis, the time close to death, and to bereavement, this approach to care makes a difference. It helps people meet their goals for the kind of care they want and where they want to get care. Watch these videos and read stories of how palliative and end-of-life care made a difference for these Albertans.
Everyone has different beliefs systems and views on life and death. Learn how Indigenous beliefs and traditions help this group of people navigate through these hard times. Read about what being a palliative nurse means to a member of this special group of healthcare professionals.
Indigenous voices: Stories of serious illness and grief
A series of videos and print materials have been developed by Virtual Hospice and a team of Indigenous researchers, health providers, patients, and families. Indigenous, Inuit, and Métis from across Canada participated in the creation of these videos and stories. Stories are shared about traditions, rituals and spirituality, experiences of care and after death ceremonies and grieving. The video series includes 170 short video clips organized by theme. Highlights are captured in four longer videos:
To view the Indigenous Voices series, go to
LivingMyCulture.ca.
Indigenous Cancer Care Experiences: Video series
These videos raise awareness about the cancer journey of Indigenous patients and their families and promotes understanding with healthcare providers.
