Katz J.S., Peace S. End of Life in Care Homes: A Palliative Approach

New York; Oxford University Press Inc., 2003. — 215 p.This book provides a clear picture of the benefits of introducing palliative care in residential and nursing homes, as well as the numerous steps that need to be taken to achieve it. It would be of value to any palliative care service that deals with residential care facilities and nursing homes, and should be required reading for anyone managing such a facility.List of contributorsThe development of residential and nursing home care in the United Kingdom
Who dies in care homes for older people?
Managing dying residents
Dealing with death
The needs of relatives and other residents when a death occurs
The role of external health workers
The training needs of carers
Practical applications of the principles and practices of palliative care to the residential sector
Dying in long-term care facilities in the United States
Issues for palliative care in nursing and residential homes
End of life in care homes