Designed to enhance the human side of healthcare, this 3-day workshop focuses on the role and application of dignity in all aspects of clinical practice. The research, assessment tools, and clinical applications of dignity conserving care will be examined during Day 1, while Day 2 and Day 3 provide a detailed look at the clinical application of Dignity Therapy. If you are looking to expand your ability to care for patients as people, to reconnect with why you chose to work in healthcare in the first place, or to broaden your community of like-minded clinicians, this is the workshop for you.

Workshop dates are September 10th, 17th and 23rd. 0900 – 1300 CST

Day 2 – September 17, 2024

This workshop is for providers interested in learning the clinical practice of Dignity Therapy. First, the important role of dignity as described by patients will be discussed and the related empirical model of dignity will be presented. Using this evidence base, the key elements of Dignity Therapy will be described and demonstrated via case examples. Finally, attendees will have the opportunity to practice the fundamental aspects of Dignity Therapy during the session and gain further support through applied homework.

Learning Objectives:

• Evaluate the empirical model of dignity among the terminally ill
• Define and describe the key elements of Dignity Therapy in practice
• Discuss case examples of Dignity Therapy
• Engage in the experiential practice of Dignity Therapy techniques