Palliative Care for Caregivers starts Friday1 May 2026 -over 4 weeks

Please note, this programme is not suitable for members of the public looking after their family/whanau.

This programme has been designed for Health Care Assistants & Support Workers working in Aged Residential Care or the community to improve their knowledge and understanding of palliative care.

The education is endorsed by Hospice New Zealand and a certificate will be awarded on completion of the programme.

• This workshop is 2 hours per session over 4 weeks and attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the Hospice NZ Palliative Care Certificate.

Topics covered include:

• Principles of palliative care
• Managing physical symptoms
• Care in the last days of life
• Communication
• Understanding loss and grief
• Spirituality and self-care

Target audience: Heath care assistants, Support workers and Caregivers working in rest homes & community homes

Max attendees 20: Early registration is advised.

Cost: No charge

Dates: (Attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the HNZ certificate)

Week1: Friday 1 May 2026

Week 2: Friday 8 May 2026

Week 3: Friday 15 May 2026

Week 4: Friday 22 May 2026

Time: 1300 -1500 (Attendees are asked to arrive at least10 minutes early to sign in).

Limited attendees: Registration is essential

Venue: Nelson Tasman Hospice, 331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson

Car Parking: We kindly ask if you would please park on Suffolk Road, unless you need to park closer in the car park due to mobility. Please avoid parking near the Hospice’s main entrance on Piwakawaka Road as the road is too narrow for traffic to maneuver safely.

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