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June 26, 2025 |
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Join our hosts and special guest Virginia Fleming, RN as she explores what a palliative approach to wound care really means—from prevention and skin preservation to assessment and symptom management. Topics will include:
Pressure ulcers, ischemic and non-healable wounds
Deep tissue injuries vs. Kennedy Terminal Ulcers
Malignant Fungating Wounds
Symptom control (pain, odour, exudate)
Product recommendations for comfort and dignity
This session is perfect for clinicians supporting individuals with life-limiting illness, where comfort and quality of life are at the forefront of care.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SCuKJLWbT0msZPdeX34hBQ
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September 24, 2025 |
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Hosted by Julie Leighton-Phelps, RN, BScN, CHPCN (NSMHPCN) and Chantal Byrnes-Leadbeater, RN, BScN, AWCCP (Waypoint Centre for Mental Health), this session explores the intersection of palliative care and serious mental illness (SMI).
We’ll discuss how a palliative approach can better support individuals living with SMI—prioritizing dignity, comfort, and person-centred care even in complex clinical and social circumstances.
This thought-provoking session is ideal for those working in mental health, long-term care, community health, or palliative care settings.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wpaO0IqIQqaJmqJEvXCOmA
Let’s build compassionate, informed care communities together!
#NSMHPCN #ECHO #PalliativeCare #WoundCare #SeriousMentalIllness #NursingEducation #HospicePalliativeCare #DignityInCare #ContinuingEducation
Born and raised in Orillia, Amanda brings a background in marketing, event planning, communications, and fundraising to the team. She has a passion for being creative and doing her part to ensure the health of our planet for future generations.
With over 15 years experience in the not-for-profit industry and 25 years marketing experience, Amanda brings a wide array of expertise to the team. She considers her position with the Hospice Orillia team as an honour and treasures being able to give back in her community.
