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BEREAVEMENT & LOSS IN SOCIAL CARE A 1 -day Workshop Human experiences of loss and change are central to the work of Social Care professionals. Difficulties with life transitions e.g. starting school, getting married, having a baby, retiring etc, may demand the attention of Social Carers. However, they will be more aware of the disruption and distress for people experiencing traumatic losses, such as, divorce, disabling illness, persisting poverty, the disappointment of childlessness, bereavement etc. Bereavement is usually classified as an experience distinct from the non-death related losses and specialist care has largely developed outside mainstream social provision e.g. within hospices, in bereavement counselling agencies etc. This workshop, will consider the spectrum of developmental and traumatic loss experiences, including bereavement, and provide an opportunity for carers to have a theoretical framework for understanding loss and strategies for addressing it. The challenge in Social Care is not only to be able to work with the crisis that loss brings but to do it in a way which prevents cumulative grief, a factor which can contribute to long-term mental ill-health, relationship break-down, disruptive behaviour etc. WHO WILL BENEFIT? These are interactive training days suitable for: Social Workers, Residential Care Staff, Occupational Therapists, School Counsellors, Primary Care Counsellors etc. If required, a separate version of the day can be structured for people wanting to address a particular aspect of loss in their work. GROUP SIZE The Workshop is suitable for up to 16 people. LOCATION A comfortable room is required, large enough to accommodate the designated number of delegates, with overhead projector/screen/flipchart and pens. DURATION 9.30 a.m. - 4 p.m. inclusive of refreshment breaks WHAT ARE THE AIMS OF THE WORKSHOP? To provide participants with:
PROGRAMME 09.30 Introduction 09.45 Hopes and fears of the day 10.00 Exploring the spectrum of loss experiences encountered in Social Care. 10.30 Group exercise: loss and the personal meanings we bring to our work 11.00 Coffee 11.15 Theoretical frameworks which increase our understanding of peoples' grief reactions.
Group discussion 12.30 Lunch 13.30 Helping models
14.00 Exploring case examples brought by participants and identifying practitioner skills
15.15 'A good ending' - group exercise 16.00 End/Refreshment THE FACILITATOR DR LINDA MACHIN, trained as a medical social worker & went on to conduct pioneering bereavement work for the Anglican Diocese of Lichfield. She initiated one of the first Certificate courses in Bereavement Studies in the country, whilst teaching in the Dept. of Applied Social Studies at Keele University. A founder member of the national Bereavement Research Forum, she has published extensive bereavement training material as well as founding a successful, longterm service for the bereaved in North Staffordshire, Bereavement Care. The principles of this organisation embraced not just counselling care, but also a full commitment to research and training. Linda is now an Hon. Research Fellow of Keele University, researching the individual dynamics of managing loss and change and also works as a Hospice Bereavement Counsellor. She is an experienced and respected bereavement trainer. ABOUT TALKING LIFE TALKING LIFE specialises in seminars & workshops for health & social care professionals. Its range of seminars have been attended by thousands of health professionals from within and without the NHS and the public sector.
OTHER SEMINARS WE CAN BRING TO YOUR WORKPLACE include BEREAVEMENT IN HEALTHCARE CONTACT WENDY BENNETT 0151-632-0662 - Email: wendy@talkinglife.co.uk BEREAVEMENT IN HEALTHCARE A 1 -day Workshop It is now recognised that health professionals play an important role in supporting the bereaved. It is not an easy task, requiring sensitivity, imagination and understanding. This introductory Workshop will address these issues and is designed to offer practical advice and coping strategies for hospital and community staff. WHO WILL BENEFIT? These are interactive training days suitable for: Post Registration Nurses & Doctors, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists & outpatient staff. Health Visitors, District Nurses, General Practitioners; Occupational Health Staff, Residential Care staff, Social Workers, School Nurses. If required, a separate version of the day can be structured to meet the needs of administrative/reception staff. GROUP SIZE The Workshop is suitable for groups of between 7 and 12 people. LOCATION A comfortable room is required, large enough to accommodate the designated number of delegates, with overhead projector/screen/flipchart and pens. DURATION 9.30 a.m. - 3.30p.m. inclusive of refreshment breaks WHAT ARE THE AIMS OF THE WORKSHOP?
PROGRAMME 09.30 Introduction 09.45: Hopes and fears for the day 10.15: Understanding Loss: Group exercise 11.00: Coffee 11.15: What can we learn from the theory of bereavement? 12.30: Lunch 13.30: Identifying difficulties 14.00: Casework/sculptures 15.00: Support for ourselves & conclusions 15.30: End/Refreshments 'Ann made a very depressing subject very easy to relate to without making us all feel depressed' THE FACILITATOR (Seminar facilitated by 1 trainer) DR ANN DENT has worked in the field of palliative care (adults & children) and bereavement for the past 25 years. In recent years she has conducted research at Bristol University on supporting families after sudden child death. She has helped to set up branches of CRUSE in the South-West and is currently chair of the Child Bereavement Network and the Bereavement Research Forum. She is an experienced and respected bereavement trainer. DR LINDA MACHIN began her career as a medical social worker and went on to conduct pioneering bereavement work for the Anglican Diocese of Lichfield. In the early 1990's she initiated one of the first Certificate courses in Bereavement Studies in the country, whilst teaching in the Dept. of Applied Social Studies at Keele University. A founder member of the national Bereavement Research Forum, she has published extensive bereavement training material as well as founding a successful, longterm service for the bereaved in North Staffordshire - Bereavement Care . The principles of this organisation embraced not just counselling care, but also a full commitment to research and training. Linda is now an Honorary Research Fellow of Keele University, researching the individual dynamics of managing loss and change and she also works as a Hospice Bereavement Counsellor. She is an experienced and respected bereavement trainer. Costs vary depending upon the distance we have to travel. To obtain a costing for one of these on-site workshops, please feel free to contact us and let us know your location. ABOUT TALKING LIFE TALKING LIFE specialises in seminars & workshops for health professionals. Its range of seminars have been attended by thousands of health professionals from within and without the NHS.
OTHER SEMINARS WE CAN BRING TO YOUR WORKPLACE include DEPRESSION, STRESS IN HEALTHCARE, ANGER MANAGEMENT etc. CONTACT WENDY BENNETT 0151-632-0662 - Email: wendy@talkinglife.co.uk |
