Are you busy implementing health reform? Do you want to learn more about how State Refor(u)m can make your job easier?
Join us for a brief webinar on November 1, 2012 at 3pm Eastern where we will show you the ins and outs of State Refor(u)m, including some brand-new features. We’ll share tips on how to search for, sort, and download documents like a pro. By the end, you’ll be able to contribute documents and offer health reform ideas, ask questions, and join conversations with ease. Rich discussions and a multitude of related resources, like documents and people—are just a click away.
Do you have a document such as an RFP, legislation, or meeting materials to share to help other states? A question you need help answering? Bring them to the webinar! You will have the opportunity to actively practice using the site while State Refor(u)m “Reference Librarians” are on hand to answer your questions. You’ll become an expert user in no time!
To register for the webinar, please visit https://cc.readytalk.com/r/tjzs6wxi6utz and once you have been confirmed, you will receive login information via email.
For individuals living with complex, often chronic conditions, and their families, palliative care can provide relief from symptoms, improve satisfaction and outcomes, and help address critical mental and spiritual needs during difficult times. Now more than ever, there is growing recognition of the importance of palliative care services for individuals with serious illness, such as advance care planning, pain and symptom management, care coordination, and team-based, multi-disciplinary support. These services can help patients and families cope with the symptoms and stressors of disease, better anticipate and avoid crises, and reduce unnecessary and/or unwanted care. While this model is grounded in evidence that demonstrates improved quality of life, better outcomes, and reduced cost for patients, only a fraction of individuals who could benefit from palliative care receive it. 
