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About Clare Fuller – Advocate for Advance Care Planning
Clare Fuller RGN MSc is a seasoned Registered General Nurse with a Master of Science in Advanced and Specialist Healthcare. With extensive experience in end-of-life care across hospices, community settings, and acute hospitals, Clare has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families during critical times.
In 2020, following the personal experience of caring for a close relative at the end of life, Clare recognized the challenges posed by a fragmented healthcare system. This insight propelled her to focus on proactive Advance Care Planning (ACP), aiming to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their future healthcare and end-of-life wishes.
Clare's mission is to normalize conversations about what matters most, advocating for ACP as an integral part of life planning. Through her platform, Speak For Me, she offers resources, guidance, and support to help individuals navigate these essential discussions.
ELDUK and Clare Fuller's Collaborative Approach
End of Life Doula UK (ELDUK) is a UK-based charity committed to supporting individuals and families during the end-of-life journey. Their trained doulas provide emotional, practical, and spiritual assistance, ensuring that individuals' wishes are honored and that they receive compassionate care.
Clare Fuller collaborates with ELDUK, offering her expertise in Advance Care Planning to complement the services provided by end-of-life doulas. Together, they aim to:
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Empower individuals to make informed decisions about their end-of-life care.
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Facilitate conversations about Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), Advance Decisions to Refuse Treatment (ADRT), and other critical matters.
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Provide support to families navigating the complexities of end-of-life planning.
Provide support to families navigating the complexities of end-of-life planning.
By integrating Clare's ACP services with ELDUK's doula support, individuals and families receive holistic assistance tailored to their unique needs.