#DiverseAlz Transcript

Healthcare social media transcript of the #DiverseAlz hashtag.
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Welcome to #diversealz
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Chatting about advance care planning and end of life care esp.as @Marriecurie report highlights lack of specialist support #diversealz
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Hoping to hear from @helenfindlay too who provided a comment on #mariecurie report , which is on their website #diversealz
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Let's get to it. A simple but valid question is up as number 1 #diversealz
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Question 1: How do you start the conversation about advance care and dementia...? #diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @DiverseAlz: Chatting about advance care planning and end of life care esp.as @Marriecurie report highlights lack of specialist support #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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From here, think when you read about lack of specialist support and think about potential scenarios, you wonder and talk #diversealz
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Link to Marie Curie report https://t.co/pEiKRuTXVO
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RT @helenfindlay:
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
On the topic of end of life care, those in Toronto should attend our next #ASTSpeakerSeries Oct 4: https://t.co/KSUg2q9i0h #diversealz
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Look https://t.co/WY5YiDzthv
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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Look https://t.co/hFVGSmz8ZH
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @helenfindlay: @DiverseAlz Q1:
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Valid point from @helenfindlay for many. How does one know about advance planning of professionals do not raise it? #diversealz
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RT @DeeDavies12:
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
@helenfindlay @DiverseAlz All great questions! We have a few workshops for PWD and families that guide them through the full care planning process. #diversealz
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Welcome @DeeDavies12 who mentions how upsetting the issue can be for some #diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @AlzToronto: On the topic of end of life care, those in Toronto should attend our next #ASTSpeakerSeries Oct 4: On the topic of end of life care, those in Toronto should attend our next #ASTSpeakerSeries Oct 4: https://t.co/KSUg2q9i0h #diversealz
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Workshops... https://t.co/gPxZklY7GE
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RT @AlzToronto: @helenfindlay @DiverseAlz All great questions! We have a few workshops for PWD and families that guide them through the full care planning process. #diversealz
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One solution in operation from @AlzToronto workshops, which they offer. #diversealz
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
Care planning is certainly best discussed early, keeping the wishes of the PWD in the centre of decisions. #diversealz *lp https://t.co/B9PlyuNbWA
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Rolenof staff in care homes are key https://t.co/YwhjVal6TA
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
@DiverseAlz We have "Care in the Later Stages," "LTC Planning" & "Moving to LTC" as another series, as well as "Late & End Stage Dementia" #diversealz
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@Minghowriter @helenfindlay Seeing residents in care homes can get people wondering what will happen as dementia progresses. (Not all jones) #diversealz
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RT @Minghowriter:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
It's even more complex when it's raised by a doctor or other provider with whom you don't already have a trusting relationship. #diversealz https://t.co/8TFMZpICWK
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Pain management mentioned by @TommyTommytee18 with that dignity. Reason to start conversations #Diversealz
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See this. https://t.co/EWfVAstEvn
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RT @AlzToronto: @DiverseAlz We have "Care in the Later Stages," "LTC Planning" & "Moving to LTC" as another series, as well as "Late & End Stage Dementia" #diversealz
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RT @Minghowriter:
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Question 2 coming up drawing on @AlzToronto care in rhe later stages programme (please tell us more and anyone else ) #diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
Yes. Continuity of care can help to build the trust needed to discuss Advanced Planning and EOL care issues. #diversealz https://t.co/eQ0GkuDXxH
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Question 2: how much does@one hear about care in the later stages? #Diversealz
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
@helenfindlay @DiverseAlz Yes, completely agree. And then add in navigating the care system, and it can be very overwhelming. #diversealz *lp
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @AlzToronto: @helenfindlay @DiverseAlz Yes, completely agree. And then add in navigating the care system, and it can be very overwhelming. #diversealz *lp
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @Minghowriter:
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
Our "Care in Later Stages" workshops are an opportunity to train families about the care system, available options, processes... #diversealz https://t.co/S1ESA7gZq2
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RT @Minghowriter:
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RT @AlzToronto: Our "Care in Later Stages" workshops are an opportunity to train families about the care system, available options, processes... #diversealz https://t.co/S1ESA7gZq2
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Think many people still grasp with idea of dementia or diagnosis and then, depending circumstance, forward planning can sound...#Diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
I received phone call requesting DNR at 2:00 am from 2nd year resident who couldn't answer my question about a relevant test. #diversealz https://t.co/6XTKBWW9tM
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RT @Minghowriter:
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Will be tweeting questions so please dip in and out! #Diversealz
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RT @Minghowriter:
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Look https://t.co/KIi3TCMkQA
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RT @nursesKidONE: Yes. Continuity of care can help to build the trust needed to discuss Advanced Planning and EOL care issues. #diversealz https://t.co/eQ0GkuDXxH
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Relationships matter https://t.co/SOwZsqnWzV
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RT @helenfindlay:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @Minghowriter:
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Holistic care needed https://t.co/tjVGJxjrup
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
Alzheimer Society TO @AlzToronto
RT @TommyTommytee18:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @Minghowriter:
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Understanding dementia still matters? https://t.co/OO1UCDdhXi
Second Childishness @2ndChildishness
RT @TommyTommytee18:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @AlzToronto: Our "Care in Later Stages" workshops are an opportunity to train families about the care system, available options, processes... #diversealz https://t.co/S1ESA7gZq2
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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Question 3 Could stigma play a role in this or, excuse pun, notion wishing one ill!? #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @DiverseAlz: Relationships matter https://t.co/SOwZsqnWzV
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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A3 Remember a time with some family members that could. Ot talk about death (oh, you want me dead". Now, convos starting #Diversealz
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Seen that softly softly approach can be needed but dementia isn't necessarily time dependent #Diversealz
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @Minghowriter:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
Are most physicians sufficiently trained to understand/know progression and later stages of patients w/different dementias? #Diversealz https://t.co/tDBufaB6aM
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @Minghowriter:
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How much do doctors know about dementia https://t.co/gMCRSegv8L
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RT @nursesKidONE: Are most physicians sufficiently trained to understand/know progression and later stages of patients w/different dementias? #Diversealz https://t.co/tDBufaB6aM
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Good point from @nursesKidONE that are doctors knowledgeable in this area?#diversealz. Just drs?
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Question 4 are care homes equipped (back to difference nursing and residential care homes) even hospices (notion go to pass on) #Diversealz
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Look https://t.co/Wdjj3wpagt
Bidi Iredale @SweetMems
RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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time https://t.co/lQbVVzOjJc
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
A3. There is a reluctance of most people to talk about death & EOL issues BEFORE receiving ANY Dx, which is better, IMO. #Diversealz https://t.co/Hrp9KmFxRX
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RT @Minghowriter:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @Minghowriter:
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Know what person with dementia wants suggests @TommyTommytee18 #diversealz mAny relatives admit don't know
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RT @nursesKidONE: A3. There is a reluctance of most people to talk about death & EOL issues BEFORE receiving ANY Dx, which is better, IMO. #Diversealz https://t.co/Hrp9KmFxRX
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RT @Minghowriter:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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@2centscorner Hello! #diversealz would be kind of "scary" if notnised to these kind of conversations. We chat everything here! Almost.
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RT @Minghowriter:
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Question 5: has anyone ever seen a campaign on thiis issue, could it garner interest? #diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
“Honest discussion?” There are too many undisclosed professional conflicts of interest in the US health care system. #Diversealz https://t.co/cMPVU3EBvd
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Trying to see how much coverage the Marie Curie report got #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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@2centscorner Hello. This is a #diversealz conversation
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
I add nurse-practitioners to the physicians responsible 4 directing a patient's care & social workers coordinating resources . #diversealz https://t.co/UhCvAOQNpH
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Sure other tweetchats such as #alzchat (Mondays) and the @ALZGLA chat (weds) can play roles. #Diversealz
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RT @nursesKidONE: I add nurse-practitioners to the physicians responsible 4 directing a patient's care & social workers coordinating resources . #diversealz https://t.co/UhCvAOQNpH
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
2centscorner @2centscorner
@DiverseAlz 😊 Oops! #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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#diversealz https://t.co/Izixp4PXtE
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Keep seeing the word dying every so often. This is what we are talking about, isn't it - the run up to? #diversealz
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#diversealz https://t.co/xWIsAwKrJD
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Question 6: what are we really talking about here (something for you to think about...) #diversealz
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Realities? https://t.co/4DSBNa5Ob8
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
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Can't imagine getting diagnosis to the Be told and about your advance care or end of life plans....#diversealZ
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RT @helenfindlay:
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Yes. @helenfindlay reminding us we are also talking about living. @TommyTommytee18 tweeted importance Dignity #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
2centscorner @2centscorner
@DiverseAlz From what I've witnessed, most conversations are limited to Life Ins, funeral arrangements, and MOLST. #Diversealz
ASDNC @AlzScotDNC
RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @TommyTommytee18:
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
From my experiences as care partner, it was much easier for me to initiate these convos w/ my loved ones BEFORE health crisis. #diversealz https://t.co/QHsLrHZD7S
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Question 7: what can you take away from the chat? #diversealz
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A7 @nursesKidONE asking if there can be honest discussions. Would like to know from care home perspectives. #Diversealz
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
Absolutely NOT true! #diversealz https://t.co/dNRXO8itBd
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Reminder from @helenfindlay of Findlay Report that it is also about living not just end of life care. #diversealz
2centscorner @2centscorner
RT @nursesKidONE: Are most physicians sufficiently trained to understand/know progression and later stages of patients w/different dementias? #Diversealz https://t.co/tDBufaB6aM
nursesKidONE @nursesKidONE
Absolutely NOT true when ANY loved one is in residential care or a hospital! #diversealz https://t.co/dNRXO8itBd
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In fragmented pathways @Shahid_MoSardar talks about end of life care for mother or lack of. Also cultural considerations #Diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @DiverseAlz: Valid point from @helenfindlay for many. How does one know about advance planning of professionals do not raise it? #diversealz
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A7 realisation that service proviso could be limited and care too. #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @helenfindlay:
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Something is also saying need to be in right place at the right time. Home seems preferable though specialist care not #diversealz
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RT @helenfindlay:
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RT @helenfindlay:
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Marie Curie report (UK) found 99% of people with dementia not getting the specialist care they need. Service launched in Norfolk #diversealz
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RT @LizAllibone:
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RT @helenfindlay:
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Caring for people at the end of their lives via Marie Curie https://t.co/WYqJ4zpnK8 #diversealz. NB Not new report
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RT @Minghowriter:
#DiverseAlz content from Twitter.