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SUMMARY:Walk Talk Kernow Godrevy to Gwithian Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our Walk Talk Kernow Godrevy event will take place on Thursday 21st May 2026. We will meet outside the café by the benches at 10.00am to register.\nWalk Talk Kernow is a FREE adult bereavement support group run by Cornwall Hospice. Whilst walking in nature\, each group provides a space for those who are bereaved and seeking social connections with others.\nKey information about Walk Talk Kernow Godrevy\n\nWe will take a moderate walk of approximately 2 mile circular to the RNLI Lifeguard Station towards Gwithian\, returning to the café for refreshments with the group finishing at 12pm.\nThe Walk Talk Kernow Godrevy walk is at strolling pace (an amble NOT a ramble) along either the high tide line across the beach or via the nature reserve and looping either way before heading back.\nThe café and walk are accessible to most although there some steeper parts\, uneven ground and slope to the beach. Not suitable for wheelchairs or wheeled walkers. If the access over the bridge is impassable\, we will walk towards the lighthouse.\nSuitable footwear and appropriate clothing are essential.\nWell behaved dogs on a lead are welcome.\nPlease ensure you are fit and healthy on the day as you will be asked to sign our registration form to this effect. ** During the summer months it is important to stay hydrated\, please bring along adequate drinks for this reason **\nOur team will be wearing Cornwall Hospice lanyards so do look out for them.\nPlease note: There is a charge for parking. Please check National Trust Godrevy for more information.\n\nWe also have a Walk Talk Kernow Facebook group – click HERE to visit and join our community. \nFor more information about Walk Talk Kernow Godrevy\, please email communityservices@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 829874. \n** During adverse weather\, please check that our walks are going ahead by calling the above number ** \n  \nYou can find out about all the other services we offer at venues near you by clicking here.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/walk-talk-kernow-godrevy-to-gwithian-walk-3/
LOCATION:Godrevy Cafe\, 2 Godrevy Towans\, Gwithian\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Services Events,Walk Talk Kernow
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20260320T111048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T111048Z
UID:10001082-1779373800-1779381000@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Bereavement Help Point
DESCRIPTION:Our Bereavement Help Point at Redruth Neighbourhood Hub is a FREE adult bereavement support group run by Cornwall Hospice.\nAre you someone who has been bereaved and would like support? Please come along and join this Bereavement Help Point – a friendship support group.\nRefreshments provided\, no need to book\, simply come along and feel free to bring a friend too. \nThis Bereavement Help Point takes place on the third Thursday of the month\, from 1.30pm until 3.30pm and is based at our Neighbourhood Hub\, beside the Cornwall Hospice Bargain Outlet on Chapel Street\, Redruth\, TR15 2BY. Chargeable parking is available at New Cut car park\, which is 200 yards away on foot. \nFor more information please get in touch via email at communityservices@cornwallhospice.org or give us a call on 01726 829874. \nYou can find out more about all the services we offer at venues near to you by clicking here.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/bereavement-help-point-60/
LOCATION:Redruth Neighbourhood Hub\, 10 Chapel Street\, Redruth\, Cornwall\, TR15 2BY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Help Point,Community Services Events,Neighbourhood Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20260320T105942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T121602Z
UID:10001077-1779447600-1779454800@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Walk Talk Kernow Trelissick
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Walk Talk Kernow Trelissick event on Friday 22nd May 2026.  Meet at the Information Hut at 10.00am to register.\nWalk Talk Kernow is a FREE adult bereavement support group run by Cornwall Hospice. Whilst walking in nature\, each group provides a space for those who are bereaved and seeking social connections with others.\nWe meet at the Trelissick Gardens Information Hut located in the car park next to the Callestick ice cream shed. We will stroll (an amble NOT a ramble) in our chosen direction depending on suitability then back to the National Trust café. The walk will be approximately a mile and due to the terrain is not suitable for wheelchairs. \nKey Information for Walk Talk Kernow Trelissick\nSuitable footwear is essential. \nLook out for our team who will be wearing Cornwall Hospice lanyards. \nWell behaved dogs on a lead are welcome. \nPlease ensure you are fit and healthy on the day as you will be asked to sign on our registration form to this effect.  \n** During the summer months it is important to stay hydrated\, please bring along adequate drinks for this reason ** \nParking is free at Walk Talk Kernow Trelissick for National Trust members\, pay and display for non-members. \nFor more information please call 01726 829874 or email communityservices@cornwallhospice.org – we also have a Walk Talk Kernow Facebook group – click HERE to visit and join our community. \n**  Please check our walks are going ahead during adverse weather conditions 01726 829874.  ** \n  \nFind out what other services we offer at venues closer to you by clicking here. \n  \n 
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/walk-talk-kernow-trelissick-6/
LOCATION:Trelissick Garden\, Trelissick\, Truro\, Cornwall\, TR3 6QL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Services Events,Walk Talk Kernow
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T103248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103248Z
UID:10000902-1780394400-1780405200@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:Participants on our 3 hour training session will learn about understanding the principles and process of Advance Care Planning (ACP) including\n\nIdentify the benefits of Advance Care Planning to patients\, family\, professionals and carers\nDeveloping effective communication skills\nAwareness of the barriers to Advance Care Planning\nUnderstanding the implications of the Mental Capacity Act\nAwareness of local resources to support individuals in the ACP planning process\nUnderstanding of own role involvement and that of the multidisciplinary team\, family and carers\n\nCourse cost includes refreshments. \nThis training session counts towards your continuous professional development and a certificate will be issued on completion. \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advance-care-planning-5/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advance Care Planning,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T103513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103513Z
UID:10000931-1780408800-1780416000@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Communication Skills in End of Life Care
DESCRIPTION:Our Communication Skills in End of Life Care training session will cover:\n\nUnderstand the importance of good communication in End of Life Care\nUnderstand how to reduce barriers to effective communication\nIdentify your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstand the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with a life-limiting illness and how that influences communication\nExplore strategies to support effective communication skills in End of Life Care\n\nCourse cost includes refreshments. \nThis 2 hour training session counts towards your continuous professional development and a certificate will be issued on completion. \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/communication-skills-in-end-of-life-care-2/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Communication skills in end of life care,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T103705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103705Z
UID:10000988-1780567200-1780578000@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:BD BodyGuard T Syringe Pump
DESCRIPTION:Our BD BodyGuard T Syringe Pump training course is designed to provide practical set up experience for Registered Nurses using this equipment for subcutaneous use on adults.\nThis BD BodyGuard T Syringe Pump training is suitable for first time users and staff requiring an annual update\, and counts as 3 hours towards Continuing Professional Development required by the Nursing and Midwifery Council. \nThe training will include\n\nTheory: Clinical governance\, duties and responsibilities\, indications for use\, preparation\, record keeping and troubleshooting\nPractical: Simulation and assessment in the first time set up of syringe pump/change of prescription and replacement syringes\nPre-course reading: Local Policy & Procedure for the use of BD BodyGuard Syringe Pump.\n\nTo enable the user to be\n\nCompetent and confident in the use of the BD BodyGuard T Syringe Pump\nDemonstrate an understanding of the functions and limitations of the device\nRecognise and interpret alerts\, alarms and troubleshooting\nExplain the rationale and clinical decision making for use of the device\n\nA certificate will be awarded on successful completion of the simulated practical assessment and accurate completion of the Learning Checklist. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/bd-bodyguard-t-syringe-pump-10/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BD BodyGuard T Syringe Pump,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T103910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103910Z
UID:10000981-1780581600-1780592400@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Verification of Death
DESCRIPTION:Our Verification of Death training is suitable for registered Healthcare Professionals and also for nominated Healthcare Support Workers from care homes providing end of life care\, to be able to verify the expected death of a resident/patient.\nThis verification of death course is an evidence-based\, clinical course to deliver the knowledge and competencies necessary to verify death. \nEssential Requirements\nAttendees should be \na registered Healthcare Professional\, or\na nominated Healthcare Support Worker from a care home \nThe Verification of Death training session will cover \n\nKnowledge and understanding of policy\, procedure and legal framework\nRecognising contraindications and the role of the coroner\nProcedural differences between an expected and unexpected death\nRespecting the dignity\, religious and cultural needs of the patient\, carer and family\nDemonstrating the verification of death process through simulated practice\n\nThe training session counts as 3 hours towards Continuing Professional Development. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/verification-of-death-8/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training & Short Courses,Verification of Death
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20260325T121427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T121427Z
UID:10001084-1780704000-1780786800@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:The Triumph 2000 show day
DESCRIPTION:The Triumph 2000 Register is coming to Cornwall for its 2026 National Week between the 1st and 8th June and will be based at Hendra Holiday Park\, Newquay\, TR8 4NY . We are delighted to announce that we will be fundraising for our chosen charity for this event which is Cornwall Hospice Care. Established in 1980 in St Austell\, it now has sites across Cornwall providing end of life care to patients and support for their loved ones. \nPlease come along and see all the gleaming Triumphs on the  \nShow Day on Saturday 6th June or catch us on the road during the week leading up to this\, at some of Cornwall’s many attractions and please give generously to enable the charity to continue their outstanding work. \n  \nPlease visit www.triumph2000register.co.uk \nOr contact the public relations officer as above. \nMore information on Cornwall Hospice can be found at
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/the-triumph-2000-show-day/
LOCATION:Hendra Holiday Park\, Hendra Holiday Park\, Lane\, Newquay\, Cornwall\, TR8 4NY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Events,Our Supporters’ Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251125T102853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T102853Z
UID:10001021-1780910100-1781022600@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 day evidenced based Advanced Communication Skills course.\nThe Advanced Communication Skills course is set over 2 days where the successful applicant will devote to the whole course to enhance not only their own existing skillset but contribute to those of all the group participants.  Each day will run from 9.15am until 4.30pm. \nModels of communication will be addressed\, and the focus will be on the ‘SPIKES PLUS’ model currently in use across most of the country. \nExperience within the field of advanced communication is essential at a senior level and as a base line requirement onto this course. The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are constantly having to deal with those difficult communication scenarios that require the skills to both support and to challenge at times\, those that they face regularly. \nIt is an experiential course which includes role-play for which all participants will take part in live\, as realistically as possible\, the shared experience. \nBuilding upon existing skills\, participants will take away not only fresh and innovative ideas gained from the design of this Advanced Communication Skills course\, but also will benefit from the safety and experience from the trained facilitators throughout. \nNetworking will give an opportunity for the course participants to support each other\, not only during the education and training\, but also post-course\, along with that of the ongoing support as needed\, by the facilitators. \nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nLearning outcomes for the Advanced Communication Skills training\nAimed at a senior level of healthcare professional\, this Advanced Communication Skills Course will offer the individual Practitioner: \n\nUnderstanding of the importance of effective communication\nUnderstanding how to reduce the barriers to effective communication\nIdentifying your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstanding the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with disease a potentially a life-limiting illness\, or one of life’s challenges and how that influences communication\nExploring strategies to support effective communication skills\n\nAnd from the End-of-Life Education Strategy: \n\n1.1b: Developing and maintaining communication with people about difficult and complex matters or situations related to end- of- life care\n1.1g: Examine knowledge/research of the importance of breaking bad news and to develop strategies for the skills delivery of bad news\n\nThis Advance Communication Skills course cost includes tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the days.  Please bring your own lunch\, or lunch can be ordered at additional cost on the morning of each day. \nBooking in advance is essential as places are limited. To book this course\, please email education@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 65711 and ask to speak to the Education team. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advanced-communication-skills-5/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Communication Skills,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T103953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T103953Z
UID:10000943-1781517600-1781528400@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Mouth Care in Palliative & End of Life Care
DESCRIPTION:Participants on our Mouth Care training course will gain an overview of the importance of providing high quality mouth care in palliative and end of life care patients.\nThis 3 hour training session will cover \n\noral assessment\ndelivery of oral care\, including treatment of a limited range of oral problems in line with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence’s (NICE) guidelines\nconsider techniques in provision of care to those patients who are resistant to mouth care\n\nThis training is for Health Care Assistants and Registered Nurses delivering palliative and end of life care to patients. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/mouth-care-in-palliative-end-of-life-care-2/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Mouth Care in Palliative & EoL Care,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T104112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T104112Z
UID:10000911-1781532000-1781542800@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Care of the Dying Patient in the Last Days of Life
DESCRIPTION:Our Care of the Dying Patient course addresses identifying the five priorities for care and recognising how those five priorities for care support the provision of dignity\, comfort\, sensitive communication and compassionate care in the last days of life.\nIt is aimed at all health and social care staff caring for people in the last days and hours of life. \nThis 3 hour Care of the Dying Patient session will cover an overview of: \n\nRecognising the dying patient\nSensitive communication\nCommon symptoms in the last days of life\nSymptom management and care planning\n\nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/care-of-the-dying-patient-6/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Care of the Dying Patient,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T010000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T010000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T104412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T104412Z
UID:10000952-1782781200-1782781200@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Emergencies
DESCRIPTION:Our Palliative Care Emergencies training course will address recognition\, assessment and management of palliative care emergencies.\nIt is aimed at all health and social care staff caring for people in the last years of life. \nThe training session will cover:- \n\nIdentifying and differentiating between medical and non-medical emergencies that can occur in Palliative Care\nExploring the signs and symptoms that indicate that a Palliative Care Emergency may be developing\nExamining the management and treatment options\n\nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/palliative-care-emergencies-5/
LOCATION:Mount Edgcumbe Hospice\, Porthpean Road\, St Austell\, Cornwall\, PL26 6AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Palliative Care Emergencies,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251027T104245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T104245Z
UID:10000961-1782813600-1782824400@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Symptom Management in Palliative and End of Life Care
DESCRIPTION:Participants on our Symptom Management training course will learn how to assess and manage common symptoms in Palliative and End of Life care patients.\nThe Symptom Management session will cover an overview of symptom assessment plus the assessment and management of common symptoms in Palliative and End of Life Care including \n\npain\nnausea and vomiting\nconstipation and breathlessness\n\nIt is aimed at all health and social care staff caring for people in the last years of life. \nCourse cost includes refreshments. \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/symptom-management-in-palliative-and-end-of-life-care-2/
LOCATION:Mount Edgcumbe Hospice\, Porthpean Road\, St Austell\, Cornwall\, PL26 6AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Symptom Management in Palliative & End of Life Care Patients,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251125T104039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T104039Z
UID:10001024-1789377300-1789489800@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 day evidenced based Advanced Communication Skills course.\nThe Advanced Communication Skills course is set over 2 days where the successful applicant will devote to the whole course to enhance not only their own existing skillset but contribute to those of all the group participants.  Each day will run from 9.15am until 4.30pm. \nModels of communication will be addressed\, and the focus will be on the ‘SPIKES PLUS’ model currently in use across most of the country. \nExperience within the field of advanced communication is essential at a senior level and as a base line requirement onto this course. The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are constantly having to deal with those difficult communication scenarios that require the skills to both support and to challenge at times\, those that they face regularly. \nIt is an experiential course which includes role-play for which all participants will take part in live\, as realistically as possible\, the shared experience. \nBuilding upon existing skills\, participants will take away not only fresh and innovative ideas gained from the design of this Advanced Communication Skills course\, but also will benefit from the safety and experience from the trained facilitators throughout. \nNetworking will give an opportunity for the course participants to support each other\, not only during the education and training\, but also post-course\, along with that of the ongoing support as needed\, by the facilitators. \nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nLearning outcomes for the Advanced Communication Skills training\nAimed at a senior level of healthcare professional\, this Advanced Communication Skills Course will offer the individual Practitioner: \n\nUnderstanding of the importance of effective communication\nUnderstanding how to reduce the barriers to effective communication\nIdentifying your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstanding the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with disease a potentially a life-limiting illness\, or one of life’s challenges and how that influences communication\nExploring strategies to support effective communication skills\n\nAnd from the End-of-Life Education Strategy: \n\n1.1b: Developing and maintaining communication with people about difficult and complex matters or situations related to end- of- life care\n1.1g: Examine knowledge/research of the importance of breaking bad news and to develop strategies for the skills delivery of bad news\n\nThis Advance Communication Skills course cost includes tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the days.  Please bring your own lunch\, or lunch can be ordered at additional cost on the morning of each day. \nBooking in advance is essential as places are limited. To book this course\, please email education@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 65711 and ask to speak to the Education team. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advanced-communication-skills-8/
LOCATION:Mount Edgcumbe Hospice\, Porthpean Road\, St Austell\, Cornwall\, PL26 6AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Communication Skills,Training & Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T215216
CREATED:20251125T103326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T103326Z
UID:10001022-1792055700-1792168200@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 day evidenced based Advanced Communication Skills course.\nThe Advanced Communication Skills course is set over 2 days where the successful applicant will devote to the whole course to enhance not only their own existing skillset but contribute to those of all the group participants.  Each day will run from 9.15am until 4.30pm. \nModels of communication will be addressed\, and the focus will be on the ‘SPIKES PLUS’ model currently in use across most of the country. \nExperience within the field of advanced communication is essential at a senior level and as a base line requirement onto this course. The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are constantly having to deal with those difficult communication scenarios that require the skills to both support and to challenge at times\, those that they face regularly. \nIt is an experiential course which includes role-play for which all participants will take part in live\, as realistically as possible\, the shared experience. \nBuilding upon existing skills\, participants will take away not only fresh and innovative ideas gained from the design of this Advanced Communication Skills course\, but also will benefit from the safety and experience from the trained facilitators throughout. \nNetworking will give an opportunity for the course participants to support each other\, not only during the education and training\, but also post-course\, along with that of the ongoing support as needed\, by the facilitators. \nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nLearning outcomes for the Advanced Communication Skills training\nAimed at a senior level of healthcare professional\, this Advanced Communication Skills Course will offer the individual Practitioner: \n\nUnderstanding of the importance of effective communication\nUnderstanding how to reduce the barriers to effective communication\nIdentifying your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstanding the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with disease a potentially a life-limiting illness\, or one of life’s challenges and how that influences communication\nExploring strategies to support effective communication skills\n\nAnd from the End-of-Life Education Strategy: \n\n1.1b: Developing and maintaining communication with people about difficult and complex matters or situations related to end- of- life care\n1.1g: Examine knowledge/research of the importance of breaking bad news and to develop strategies for the skills delivery of bad news\n\nThis Advance Communication Skills course cost includes tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the days.  Please bring your own lunch\, or lunch can be ordered at additional cost on the morning of each day. \nBooking in advance is essential as places are limited. To book this course\, please email education@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 65711 and ask to speak to the Education team. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advanced-communication-skills-6/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Communication Skills,Training & Short Courses
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UID:10001025-1794474900-1794587400@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 day evidenced based Advanced Communication Skills course.\nThe Advanced Communication Skills course is set over 2 days where the successful applicant will devote to the whole course to enhance not only their own existing skillset but contribute to those of all the group participants.  Each day will run from 9.15am until 4.30pm. \nModels of communication will be addressed\, and the focus will be on the ‘SPIKES PLUS’ model currently in use across most of the country. \nExperience within the field of advanced communication is essential at a senior level and as a base line requirement onto this course. The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are constantly having to deal with those difficult communication scenarios that require the skills to both support and to challenge at times\, those that they face regularly. \nIt is an experiential course which includes role-play for which all participants will take part in live\, as realistically as possible\, the shared experience. \nBuilding upon existing skills\, participants will take away not only fresh and innovative ideas gained from the design of this Advanced Communication Skills course\, but also will benefit from the safety and experience from the trained facilitators throughout. \nNetworking will give an opportunity for the course participants to support each other\, not only during the education and training\, but also post-course\, along with that of the ongoing support as needed\, by the facilitators. \nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nLearning outcomes for the Advanced Communication Skills training\nAimed at a senior level of healthcare professional\, this Advanced Communication Skills Course will offer the individual Practitioner: \n\nUnderstanding of the importance of effective communication\nUnderstanding how to reduce the barriers to effective communication\nIdentifying your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstanding the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with disease a potentially a life-limiting illness\, or one of life’s challenges and how that influences communication\nExploring strategies to support effective communication skills\n\nAnd from the End-of-Life Education Strategy: \n\n1.1b: Developing and maintaining communication with people about difficult and complex matters or situations related to end- of- life care\n1.1g: Examine knowledge/research of the importance of breaking bad news and to develop strategies for the skills delivery of bad news\n\nThis Advance Communication Skills course cost includes tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the days.  Please bring your own lunch\, or lunch can be ordered at additional cost on the morning of each day. \nBooking in advance is essential as places are limited. To book this course\, please email education@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 65711 and ask to speak to the Education team. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advanced-communication-skills-9/
LOCATION:Mount Edgcumbe Hospice\, Porthpean Road\, St Austell\, Cornwall\, PL26 6AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Communication Skills,Training & Short Courses
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UID:10001023-1796634900-1796747400@cornwallhospice.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 day evidenced based Advanced Communication Skills course.\nThe Advanced Communication Skills course is set over 2 days where the successful applicant will devote to the whole course to enhance not only their own existing skillset but contribute to those of all the group participants.  Each day will run from 9.15am until 4.30pm. \nModels of communication will be addressed\, and the focus will be on the ‘SPIKES PLUS’ model currently in use across most of the country. \nExperience within the field of advanced communication is essential at a senior level and as a base line requirement onto this course. The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are constantly having to deal with those difficult communication scenarios that require the skills to both support and to challenge at times\, those that they face regularly. \nIt is an experiential course which includes role-play for which all participants will take part in live\, as realistically as possible\, the shared experience. \nBuilding upon existing skills\, participants will take away not only fresh and innovative ideas gained from the design of this Advanced Communication Skills course\, but also will benefit from the safety and experience from the trained facilitators throughout. \nNetworking will give an opportunity for the course participants to support each other\, not only during the education and training\, but also post-course\, along with that of the ongoing support as needed\, by the facilitators. \nA certificate will be awarded upon completion of the session. \nLearning outcomes for the Advanced Communication Skills training\nAimed at a senior level of healthcare professional\, this Advanced Communication Skills Course will offer the individual Practitioner: \n\nUnderstanding of the importance of effective communication\nUnderstanding how to reduce the barriers to effective communication\nIdentifying your own communication skills strengths and weaknesses\nUnderstanding the emotional impact on people and their families who are living with disease a potentially a life-limiting illness\, or one of life’s challenges and how that influences communication\nExploring strategies to support effective communication skills\n\nAnd from the End-of-Life Education Strategy: \n\n1.1b: Developing and maintaining communication with people about difficult and complex matters or situations related to end- of- life care\n1.1g: Examine knowledge/research of the importance of breaking bad news and to develop strategies for the skills delivery of bad news\n\nThis Advance Communication Skills course cost includes tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the days.  Please bring your own lunch\, or lunch can be ordered at additional cost on the morning of each day. \nBooking in advance is essential as places are limited. To book this course\, please email education@cornwallhospice.org or call 01726 65711 and ask to speak to the Education team. \n  \nFind details of alternative dates\, venues and other courses we offer HERE.
URL:https://cornwallhospice.org/event/advanced-communication-skills-7/
LOCATION:St Julia’s Hospice\, Foundry Hill\, Hayle\, Cornwall\, TR27 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced Communication Skills,Training & Short Courses
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