
Dying At The Margins: Reflections On Justice And Healing For Inner-city Poor Gives Voice To The Most Vulnerable And Disempowered Population-the Urban Dying Poor- And Connects Them To The Voices Of Leaders In End-of-life-care. Chapters Written By These Experts In The Field Discuss The Issues That Challenge Patients And Their Loved Ones, As Well As Offering Insights Into How To Improve The Quality Of Their Lives. In An Illuminating And Timely Follow Up To Dancing With Broken Bones, All Discussions Revolve Around The Actual Experiences Of The Patients Previously Documented, Encouraging A Greater Understanding About The Needs Of The Dying Poor, Advocating For Them, And Developing Best Practices In Caring. Demystifying Stereotypes That Surround Poverty, Moller Illuminates How Faith, Remarkable Optimism, And An Unassailable Spirit Provide Strength And Courage To The Dying Poor.dying At The Margins Serves As A Rallying Call For Not Only End-of-life Professionals, But Compassionate Individuals Everywhere, To Understand And Respond To The Needs Of The Especially Vulnerable, Yet Inspiring, People Who Comprise The World Of The Inner City Dying Poor.
This work investigates the systemic barriers and ethical imperatives surrounding end-of-life care for the urban poor. David Wendell Moller, an expert in death and dying, synthesizes clinical observations with the lived experiences of marginalized populations to argue for more equitable healthcare practices. By connecting patient narratives with professional commentary, the author provides a framework for addressing the intersection of poverty and terminal illness.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts in palliative care and social work frequently cite this text for its focus on the intersection of socioeconomic status and healthcare access. Readers often note the compassionate tone of the prose while highlighting its utility for practitioners seeking to understand the specific needs of vulnerable patient populations.
Page Count:
240
Publication Date:
2018-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190918101
ISBN-13:
9780190918101
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