A capacity-building framework supported the development of community-based palliative care services for adults in several rural communities.

Background

People in rural areas, including older adults, are less likely to have access to palliative care; yet, they are more likely to have chronic conditions and higher mortality than their urban peers. This observational study shared the experiences of using a capacity-building framework to implement community-based palliative care services with teams in rural North Dakota, Washington State, and Wisconsin.

About this Resource

Health care professionals and policymakers involved in rural health initiatives can use the framework described in this resource to support developing and implementing high-quality palliative care programs in rural communities. The framework supports communities in identifying gaps, building capacity, and creating workflows that align with their unique needs and assets.

Program/Policy Takeaways

Rural health care providers can review the framework and perspectives shared in this article when considering implementation of palliative care services in their communities. This web page shares more information about the framework and provides supporting resources for implementation.