Join us for a training session exploring the principles, purpose, and importance of palliative care for people living with life-limiting illnesses. This session aims to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and promote early engagement with palliative and hospice services.
What You’ll Learn
Gain a clear understanding of key terms including:
- Palliative Care
- End of Life
- Terminal Illness
- Life-Limiting Illness
- Hospice Care
Hospice Care
A look into the role of hospices - covering inpatient, community, wellbeing, and bereavement services. Learn who they support, when involvement begins, and how they help patients and families live well at every stage of illness.
Breaking Down Barriers
Explore common myths, stigma, and fears surrounding end-of-life care and how professionals can help individuals access the right support at the right time.
Conditions Covered
Understand how palliative care supports a wide range of conditions, including:
- Cancer
- Neurological Conditions (MND, MS, Parkinson’s)
- Chronic Illnesses (COPD, Heart Failure, Dementia)
- Frailty in older adults
This training is delivered in accordance with policies, procedures and guidelines used in Kent and Medway. Please check policies, procedures and guidelines within your own trust.
