Read our information about end of life care
Here you’ll find information about end of life care, making plans about your future care and emotional support for you and your loved ones.
If you or someone you know has pancreatic cancer, planning for the future might feel difficult. You may have heard the term ‘palliative care’, but feel unsure about what this means.
‘Palliative care’ means providing specialist care to manage symptoms such as pain, as well as emotional and practical support. The aim is to help you live as well as possible for as long as possible. We know the thought of palliative care can be upsetting, but these services aren’t just for people at the end of their life. They are available at any point during treatment or care to support your quality of life.
Join this session to hear from some of our specialist nurses, Simon and Jeni, who will talk about what you can expect from palliative care, who is involved in delivering it and signs that the end of life may be near.
We’ll cover where you can find further support and information you can trust, including the support available from Pancreatic Cancer UK. You’ll also have the chance to ask Simon and Jeni your own questions too.
What we'll cover
- What does palliative care mean and how can it help me?
- What can I expect from palliative care?
- Who is involved in delivering palliative care?
- What are the signs someone is entering the final stages of their life, and what does this mean for their care?
- What does good end of life care look like?
- Where can I get further support?
Who you'll hear from
Simon Walker, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse
Simon has been a registered nurse for over 20 years starting his career in specialist surgery within an acute NHS hospital before moving into Community Nursing. His main focus has been in palliative care supporting people with life limiting illness, including those living with pancreatic cancer. Simon’s aim has been to help patients and their loved ones maximise their quality of life and this is something he is passionate about offering people affected by pancreatic cancer.
Jeni Jones, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse
Jeni has been nursing for 32 years and has spent the past seventeen years working in cancer care, including the care of people with pancreatic cancer. She has worked in the areas of chemotherapy, palliative care and clinical trials and is experienced in providing support to patients, families and friends.
Who is this webinar for?
This session is for people with pancreatic cancer and their loved ones.
If you’re a healthcare professional, please see our dedicated events, training and resources for you, instead.
How will this session help me?
This session will provide you with expert guidance from our specialist pancreatic cancer nurses who can answer your questions, discuss practical steps and tell you where to find further support.
How do I join the webinar?
It will be held on Zoom Webinar. After you book, you will receive an email from Zoom with the joining details. You can join on a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone – any device with an internet connection. If you don’t already have the Zoom app, you can join from your internet browser without needing to download anything.
If you don’t have access to the internet, you can also dial in from a standard telephone.
For information on using Zoom Webinar, please see our step-by-step guide.
Will other people be able to see or hear me?
Don’t worry, only the speakers will be visible. Nobody will be able to see or hear you, so you won’t need a camera or microphone. Your name will not be visible to other attendees.
Can I ask questions?
Yes, you’ll be able to type questions into the Q&A box during the webinar. You can choose to ask these anonymously.
You can also ask questions in advance by emailing onlinesupport@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
How do I register?
All you need to do is click the link below and fill in the Zoom registration form. You’ll then receive an automatic email via Zoom with the joining details.
If you have any questions joining the session, including any additional accessibility requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing onlinesupport@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
Looking for support now?
If you would like to access support right now, you can contact our team of specialist nurses by calling our Support Line on 0808 801 0707, WhatsApp 07418 304789 or via email at nurse@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
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