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This conference focuses on the important issue of improving care, support and services for adult bereavement. The ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has led to increased need for effective support with the tragic loss of life, often under very difficult circumstances, challenging bereavement services to work differently. We will hear from lived experiences of bereavement and learn what needs to change to support those suffering from loss. Our line-up of experts will cover what leads to compassion fatigue, complicated grief and the power of self-compassion in bereavement.
This conference will include a session on the important role that Medical Examiners have in supporting bereaved families start a healthy grieving process. Featuring talks from leading researchers, clinical directors and bereavement trainers who will give us the latest in improving adult bereavement care, support and services.
“Bereavement is everyone’s business”
The UK Commission on Bereavement
“Overall, many people are not getting the right support at the right time, with potentially serious consequences in all areas, from health and wellbeing to education and employment and even long-term economic outcomes... It is incumbent upon us all to work together to improve the experiences of bereaved people.”
The UK Commission on Bereavement
“Two thirds (65%) of people feel they are ready to seek support in 2024 - of those planning to set New Year's resolutions almost three quarters (71%) say they are doing so to help them process their grief. These statistics show the escalating demand for our bereavement support services and the vital role we play in providing accessible bereavement services to ensure people can access the right support for them, at the right time.”
Bianca Neumann, Head of Bereavement at Sue Ryder, January 2024
This conference will enable you to:
Network with colleagues who are working to improve bereavement services and support
Reflect on the lived experience of bereavement
Implement the UK Commission on Bereavements 2022 recommendations
Learn from best practice in bereavement care
Reflect on national developments and learning
Understand the long-term challenges of complicated grief
Learn from the latest research on the pandemic’s impact on complicated grief
Reflect on the crucial role a Medical Examiner has on supporting bereaved families starting a healthy grieving process
Develop your skills in providing bereavement support in the immediate aftermath of a death
Understand current models of loss and bereavement and evidence
Identify key strategies for improving emotional and mental health support: psychological perspectives on bereavement, loss and grief
Improve support for those bereaved by suicide
Involve bereaved relatives in investigations and supporting bereaved people through Coroner Inquests
Ensure you are up to date bereavement needs assessment and early intervention
Reflect on the role of compassionate leadership in supporting bereaved colleagues
Improving your communication skills in dealing with distressing conversations
Self assess and reflect on your own practice
Supports CPD professional development and acts as revalidation evidence. This course provides 5 Hrs training for CPD subject to peer group approval for revalidation purposes