Aim

A THREE DAY residential support and training course to help participants refuel and gain support, and experience how this supportive environment may be continued once they return to their place of work

Learning Outcomes

•   to examine what draws us to the work we do, recognise our own need for
    support and explore different ways to support and help ourselves and others
•   to identify our own feelings around loss and grief and the physical and
    emotional effects these have on us
•   to examine and develop a deeper understanding of the needs of grieving
    families and how grief affects them 
•   to identify ways to use listening and assertiveness skills
•   to increase self confidence and be an advocate for ourselves and others
•   to gain an understanding of the value of looking after ourselves
•   to provide an opportunity to network and share experiences
•   to gain information about the Child Bereavement Charity, other similar support 
    organisations and resources available

Who Should Attend?

A supportive course suitable for anyone involved in caring for bereaved families and children, whether in the statutory or voluntary sector.

"A fantastic reviving weekend. It has provided me with more knowledge and that has made me more confident to do my job. A very calm and supportive delivery from the facilitators of the very emotional content"

Fee Information

£450 (includes full-board accommodation and course material)

Venue

Lane End Conference Centre, Church Lane, Lane End, Bucks, HP14 3HH

Times of Day

Day 1 - 3.30pm - 9.00pm (Registration from 3.00pm)
Day 2 - 9.30am - 9.00pm
Day 3 - 9.30am - 2.00pm

Dates:

• Friday 29th June  - Sunday 1st July 2012

(Fully inclusive fee covering 2 nights 4* style accommodation, all meals, refreshments and comprehensive course materials)

Please email the Training Department to check availability and to book your place.