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14 December 2023

Talkaoke – the art of conversation

A pop-up talk show run by The People Speak is being used to foster creative conversations about death and grief with young people.

What to write in holiday cards to someone who is grieving

13 December 2023

What to write in holiday cards to someone who is grieving

Our Compassionate Employers team share some top tips and examples of what to say in holiday cards to someone who is grieving.

Clarity and equity: how we can improve end of life care

08 December 2023

Clarity and equity: how we can improve end of life care

Helen Jones and Nick Woodier from the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) look into how NHS England can support ICBs in their palliative and end of life care work.

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07 December 2023

Hospice UK's carol service spreads festive cheer

Hospice UK's annual carol service raised nearly £25,000.

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Karen describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays

04 December 2023

'Working in the hospice at Christmas just feels right'

Karen, Chaplain and Spiritual Lead at Weston Hospicecare, has worked at the hospice every Christmas Day for 18 years, giving her time to be with patients and their families.

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays

04 December 2023

'I put my own emotions aside at Christmas'

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where amazing care doesn’t stop for the holidays.