HUNTER New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network, in partnership with Hammond Care, will host a free, final days of life community workshop in Moree on Tuesday, September 30.
Carers of those with a life-limiting illness may often feel uncertain and overwhelmed when supporting someone to navigate their palliative care journey and final days of life.
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network aims to assist in bridging this knowledge gap with the goal to support choice for more people to be cared for and die at home, if that is their preference.
Hammond Care has developed the Last Days community program to help carers understand what to expect, bust myths and provide practical resources when caring for a person who is facing the end of their life.
Delivered by a palliative specialist, the free three-hour, face-to-face workshop equips participants with knowledge and tools to navigate the last days, including links to local palliative care support services and a comprehensive resource to refer to throughout this journey.
The workshop will include what carers can expect and the role of palliative care; what a “good death” might look like, and the choices available; how to have conversations about dying and plan for what’s ahead; practical information to assist with getting affairs in order; possible care choices and support available as loved ones near death; how grief and loss can impact individuals and support available; and common rituals, rules and regulations around death.
A light morning tea will be provided.
The PHN is facilitating Last Days Program workshops in various locations across the Hunter, New England and Central Coast regions, with Moree scheduled for Tuesday, September 30 from 9.30am until 12.30pm at Social Co House on Balo Street. Attendees can register here at Last Days Program Moree.
Last Days Program
When: Tuesday, September 30
Where: Social Co House
Time: 9.30am until 12.30pm
Cost: Free
Registration: Last Days Program Moree
A light morning tea will be provided
