Addressing inequalities in end of life care
Dying well wherever you are and whatever your background or circumstances are fundamental aspects of human dignity. As part of a compassionate humane society, we need to do everything we can to make sure that people who are facing their last months, weeks and days of life receive the best possible palliative and end of life care. Those who care for them, including their families, others important to them and staff around them, equally deserve this consideration and support.
NHS England has coproduced a number of resources focused on ensuring equality in end of life care.
- Dying Well in Custody Charter, April 2018.
- My future wishes – Advance Care Planning (ACP) for people with dementia in all care settings, April 2018.
- Delivering high quality end of life care for people who have a learning disability – Resources and tips for commissioners, service providers and health and social care staff, August 2017.