Care of a dying person

Suitable for Health and Social care staff working in Acute, Hospice, Care Homes and Community Teams, caring for End-of-Life patients.

Overview

Each education day are stand-alone sessions so you need only attend one of the days Clarification of ‘expected death’

• Recognising dying
• Symptom control
• Advance care planning & Mental Capacity Act
• Nutrition and Hydration
• Communication
• Essential care
• Bereavement

This course is Free to health and social care staff working in South Lakes, Furness, and UHMBT Localities. However, places are limited so booking is essential.

Dates Available:

Thursday, 16th April 2026

Thursday, 24th September 2026

Tuesday, 24th November 2026

Tuesday, 2nd March 2027

All sessions will be delivered face to face on site at St Mary’s Hospice.

Time:

9:30 – 16.00