End of Life Care and Supporting Children when a Parent Dies

Code

W15

Aim

To enable participants to recognise what is important in communicating with families and children before and after death, to enhance the end of life care we provide and also to gain support for ourselves

Learning outcomes

To gain a deeper understanding of loss, grief and bereavement
To gain an insight into the needs and perspective of the dying parent
To explore the needs of children in the family
To relate theories of loss to our own and others' experiences
To identify the importance of communication and listening skills
To explore cultural aspects when supporting families
To recognise and acknowledge existing skills
To explore self-awareness and identify specific ways in which to support ourselves
To gain information about the Child Bereavement Charity, other similar support organisations and resources available

Who should attend?

Suitable for professionals in health and social care and for those in the voluntary sector who work with families where a parent or prime carer is facing a life threatening illness