Hospice News January 9, 2026
Serious and terminally ill children and their families can have various behavioral health needs that could be better supported through an interdisciplinary care approach. Innovative care model development comes with a host of operational and logistical considerations.
Having strong pediatric palliative psychology support includes setting patient eligibility criteria, clinical training and care coordination, according to Kelsey Largen, pediatric psychologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Compared to adults, pediatric palliative psychology models focus more on providing family-centered care, Largen said at the Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care, an event by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) and the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA).
Having clearly defined roles across a dynamic interdisciplinary care team is key...
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