From Small Beginnings to Big Discussions

From Small Beginnings to Big Discussions: Simple Conversations, The Foundation of Transition in Hospice Care

Presenters: Angela Horsley MBE and Dr Sheonad Laidlaw , Specialty Doctor and Clinical Lead for the Young Adult Service, Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice, Glasgow
Summary of presentation
-The importance of early identification of young adults who would benefit from transition to an adult hospice and how early discussions with the young adults helps to ensure a smooth process
-The importance of identifying and mapping all of the services that the young adult uses in the children and adult environment, whilst highlighting the role of co-ordination of multi-disciplinary team discussions
-A discussion around the need for future planning and treatment plans for this group of vulnerable individuals who are at risk of sudden deterioration