This chapter will explore issues of leadership and management practices in relation to
caregiver stress and support. It will be argued that if those engaged in caring for those with …

In this chapter we suggest that in order to care for patients and families in a holistic, person-
centred, and grounded way, the team must have access to similar care. We further suggest …

This book offers 15 thoughtful chapters by writers from around the world, each exploring a
unique facet of caregiver stress and staff support. In her introduction, Renzenbrink reflects …

I entered into palliative care thinking I could make a difference for the dying. Little did I know
that in my giving, I have gained much more, as my patients have taught me invaluable …

Working in palliative care services has an impact on the personal and professional lives of
healthcare staff. The complex practicalities of the role and additional factors such as moral …

The emotional challenges of working in palliative care are predictable and can be managed.
This chapter considers these challenges and highlights the importance of attending to both …

Community palliative care nurses feel privileged to help families look after their loved ones
at home. But these nurses must make self-care a priority to prevent burn-out. has had a …

Working in palliative care can be both rewarding and difficult. The multilayered demand of
caring for palliative clients and their families requires that professionals make self-care a …

This paper examines the role of clinical supervision in relation to the work of a palliative care
nurse, although the issues discussed relate to all nurses whatever specialities. The effects of …

The development of effective staff support programs in stressful areas of work such as
palliative care requires a careful analysis of both personal and organizational variables …