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Abstract
The Integrated Support Plan for End-of-Life Care (ISP-EoLC) workbook was developed to address the growing need for structured, occupation-based resources for occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) working in end-of-life care. Rooted in evidence-informed practice, this workbook guides OTPs in supporting patients and caregivers through one of life’s most complex transitions. Each chapter of the workbook focuses on a key topic, including early recognition of OT needs, meaningful role participation, iterative interventions, caregiver support, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Designed to be both educational and interactive, the workbook includes patient and caregiver-directed activities that promote communication, reflection, and emotional connection. It also offers practical tools for practitioners, such as evaluation templates, outcome measure guides, and clinical decision-making supports. The workbook’s content is shaped by input from end-of-life care professionals and was developed to align with the values of dignity, autonomy, and holistic well-being. The primary goals of the workbook are to help OTPs incorporate meaningful occupations into end-of-life care, recognize early opportunities for intervention, and increase their confidence in addressing the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of patients and caregivers. The resource is designed for use in various settings, including home care, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and academic instruction. By promoting client-centered and occupation-based approaches, the workbook contributes to the advancement of the occupational therapy profession in palliative and hospice care. It serves not only as a practical clinical tool, but also as a reflection of the profession’s unique value in preserving quality of life through meaningful engagement at every stage of life.
Publication Date
2025
Document Type
Poster
Department
Occupational Therapy
Keywords
capstone, occupational therapy, end-of-life care, patient-centered care, interactive workbook
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy | Rehabilitation and Therapy
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Sugarman, Kaitlin R., "The Integrated Support Plan for End-of-Life Care (ISP-EoLC)" (2025). Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Projects Class of 2025. 5.
https://digitalcommons.misericordia.edu/otd_capstone2025/5