“My goal as a clinician-scientist is to become an independent investigator and palliative care leader to address the clinical and real-world needs that arise as patients and families contend with serious illnesses. I aspire to produce high-quality research that drives policy and health system changes to address the individual, social, and health system factors that influence caregiver wellbeing and quality of life across the care trajectory. My vision for palliative care is that every person with a serious illness and their family have access to high quality palliative care in a way that is most appropriate for them, and in whatever setting is right for them, whether that setting is the hospital, home, or community. My study acknowledges the important role that family caregivers play in providing quality care for patients with serious illnesses. In all care settings, and especially during care transitions like hospital discharge, it is essential that patients and families have access to education, health care services such as palliative care, and community resources. I am inspired to pursue this award to transform palliative care into a household term and extend its reach into communities, to improve the outcomes and experiences of patients and families contending with serious illnesses, and lead a future generation of diverse palliative care providers.”