Last Days Matter – free course open to all (May – FULLY BOOKED)

What’s matters most to people at end of life? This half day training covers questions that patients and families frequently ask hospice staff, nurses and doctors, and explores what really matters to people towards the end of their lives. We also look at how we can support each other through death, dying and loss, as they will happen to us all.

Following the story of a fictional family played by actors, we explore five topics by watching videos that prompt rich conversations and discussion:

• Planning for the future (includes wills and Lasting Power of Attorney)
• How to care and accompany someone with a life shortening condition
• Saying goodbye
• Recognising the signs of dying
• Negotiating the ‘new normal’ after someone has died

Please note, due to the subject content this can be a highly emotional session so is facilitated by supportive and experienced hospice staff. Sessions are limited to just eight people, to allow time for meaningful conversations.

Many thanks to our generous colleagues at St John’s Hospice in Lancaster, who developed this bespoke training, to benefit people and their loved ones at such an important time of their lives.

Events, Support sessions

Date/Time

Starts:
13 May 2025 9:30 am

Ends:
13 May 2025 1:00 pm

Location

Garden Room,
St Catherine's Hospice,
Lostock Lane,
Lostock Hall,
Preston,
Lancashire,
PR5 5XU

Contact

01772 629171

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