Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition/Webinar: Transition Planning for the Fully Dependent Child – May 20
Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition
Webinar: Transition Planning for the Fully Dependent Child – May 20 at 3 PM EST
Description:
Before a medically complex, fully dependent child turns 18 years old, parents need to make a mental shift to address the needs of the child as an adult. To continue making medical decisions for a fully dependent adult child, legal guardianship will need to be addressed. Also, the child’s medical care will likely need to be transitioned to adult providers. These processes can be daunting and overwhelming and parents look to providers for support. Pediatric providers need to understand the logistical and the emotional challenges faced by families. This will allow for improved outcomes and for the patient, family and provider.
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PRESENTERS:
Kerri Padgett (Moderator)
Courageous Parents Network
Janet Duncan, MSN, RN, CPNP
Courageous Parents Network
Barbara Swoyer
Parent
Julia Hauer, MD
Boston Children’s Hospital
Alyssa Siegel, MD
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia