I am needing to write a paper for a care conference

[Nicholespn]

Hi Guys

I am doing a paper and need to plan a care conference in a residential home. I need to describe the communications and interactions that need to be completed in the days before and up to the time of when the care conference begins. I have looked on line but can not seem to find anything for planning one, only for the family who would be attending. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Also what is the normal length of time of contacting the family about a meeting?

[CoffeeRTC, BSN, RN]

I work in LTC. The Assessment coordinator/ RNAC or the social worker sends home a form letter to the family letting them know that a care conference will be held on a certain date. We ask that they confirm that they will be able to attend. We try to give them at least a weeks notice or more depending on what type of care conference they are having.

Normally, there is a nurse from the unit, a CNA, dietary, therapy representative, social worker and activity director in attendance. At this meeting, the plan of care is reviewed and we discus how the resident is progressing if on thereapy or if there is any decline. When possible, the resident is also in attendance. We discuss any other issues at this time. (family complaints, etc)