Buddhist Perspectives on Care at the End-of-Life

Workshop presented by Betty Kramer, PhD, MSW.  Buddhist philosophy, psychology and teachings about death and dying offer valuable perspectives for professionals.  In this workshop you will:

*Learn how Buddhism began, where it is practiced, how it has spread in America, and the major branches of Buddhism.

*Obtain an understanding of foundational Buddhist beliefs.

*Examine common Buddhist practices and rituals across traditions that have relevance to end of life care.

*Highlight implications for compassionate care across the dying trajectory, and considerations for caring for Buddhist patients.