September 7, 2022
Source: Marie Curie
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Date of publication: August 2022
Publication type: Press Release
In a nutshell: The Marie Curie Hospice, Cardiff and the Vale have trialled using a Magic Table 360, which is an interactive projector to help support and engage with their patients. The projector can be used on all surfaces including ceilings and walls, and has a wide range of interactive activities. The Allied Health Professional team are now looking to raise funds to be able to secure a three year contract for the device.
Length of publication: 1 page
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March 9, 2022
Source: BMC Palliative Care 2022, 21:17
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Date of publication: February 2022
Publication type: Article
In a nutshell: This article looks at a new model which was derived from gathering data about what helps symptom management and what barriers are experienced in specialist palliative care in UK hospices.
Length of publication: 12 pages
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February 2, 2022
Source: Marie Curie
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Date of publication: January 2022
Publication type: Press Release
In a nutshell: Two hospices in Yorkshire, Marie Curie Bradford Hospice and St Gemma’s Hospice, Leeds have partnered together to support more people with end of life care.
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October 13, 2021
Source: Sue Ryder
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Date of publication: September 2021
Publication type: Blog
In a nutshell: This blog shares the experiences of two Sue Ryder hospices coming together virtually for ‘Writing for Wellbeing’ sessions. Patient’s are able to express themselves through written word and connect with others across the country.
Length of publication: 1 page
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June 10, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: May 2020
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: Nottinghamshire Hospice has set up a new service which offers urgent personal care and emotional support with therapies previously provided at the hospice, in the homes of patients. This will help prevent hospital admissions leaving beds free for Covid-19 patients.
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May 11, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: April 2020
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: Adult Hospices in Birmingham and Solihull have all come together to offer a single hub to provide the very best care at the end of life during the Covid-19 outbreak.
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May 11, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: April 2020
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: Thames Hospice in Windsor have expanded their community team by offering care and support to patients in their own homes. They are also offering a 24 hour telephone advice line to local care homes for support and advice if they are concerned about a resident’s health.
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March 9, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: February 2020
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: The John Taylor Hospice in Birmingham has been awarded the Investing in Volunteers Quality Standard in all areas of working with their volunteers. Investing in Volunteers is the leading UK standard for all organisations involving volunteers and is aimed at improving the quality of their experience and acknowledging the enormous contribution made by people who give their time voluntarily.
Length of publication: 1 page
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February 3, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: January 2020
Publication type: Blog Item
In a nutshell: Keech Hospice Care in Luton and South Bedfordshire has opened a purpose-built wellbeing centre for adults with life-limiting and terminal illnesses. It is the first of its kind in the country.
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January 6, 2020
Source: Hospice UK
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Date of publication: December 2019
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: St Mary’s Hospice in Birmingham has launched a bereavement support group called ‘Growing Together’ for children and young people. It is a peer support group for 4-18 year olds to help support them after a loved one has died.
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November 27, 2019
Source: ehospice
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Date of publication: November 2019
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: Peninsula Postgraduate Medical Education (PPME) has been ranked the highest in palliative medicine training in the latest General Medical Council (GMC) report. The annual survey, undertaken by the GMC on behalf of Health Education England, covers all postgraduate medical trainees in the UK.
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October 2, 2019
Source: ehospice
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Date of publication: September 2019
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: A new campaign, the #FaithAtTheEndOfLife campaign has been launched by St Clare Hospice in Essex to raise awareness of the importance of faith and spirituality at the end of life.
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September 30, 2019
Source: Sue Ryder
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Date of publication: September 2019
Publication type: Blog Post
In a nutshell: This blog post shares a new and innovative placement scheme at Sue Ryder St John’s Hospice aimed at paramedic students to learn more about palliative care.
Length of publication: 1 page
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May 13, 2019
Source: ehospice
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Date of publication: April 2019
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: This news item shares how the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has awarded Tynedale Hospice at home a rating of ‘Good’ across all areas.
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End of Life Care Horizon Scanning 