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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 2d

Here is our latest newsletter, which has articles written by us & colleagues around the world. It has info on training & our 2026 conference, fabulous guest speakers, with a limited number of early bird tickets available now - lnkd.in/eNtqe8ME

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October 2025 – Newsletter

FINAL OCT 25Download FINAL OCT 25 by Emma Hodges

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Sep 11

This live session with Professor Allan Kellehear OBE, is a week today.

See below for details of how to sign up and also to have access to his lecture series:

Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 26

We have a special offer, 2 for 1 entry. So for just £30, you and a colleague or friend can get access to 4 lectures, culminating in a live session with Professor Allan Kellehear OBE on the 18th September.

Head over to our Eventbrite tinyurl.com/35sej3f4

#EOLC #PalliativeCare #AssistedDying #Dying

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Sep 1

A reminder of our LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Peer Support which starts this month.

If you are interested in joining or would like some more information, please contact Simon via the email address in the poster.

#LGBT #LGBTQIA #Bereavement #Bereaved #PeerSupport #CompassionateCommunities

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Aug 23

📣Save the Date📣

Our Development Director Dr Emma Hodges has been working on our conference planning for 22nd-24th June 2026.

22nd June will be a symposium on PHPC for children and young people followed by the official opening on 23rd June closing on 24th with lots of fantastic guest speakers!

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Aug 19

I encourage all to read this urgent call for Compassion, Dignity and respect for human rights in Gaza by Public Health Palliative Care International #actforhumanity #worldhumanitarianday #palliativecare #hospice #endoflifecare

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An urgent call for Compassion, Dignity and respect for human rights in Gaza by Public Health Palliative Care International on World Humanitarian Day (August 19, 2025) #worldhumanitarianday… | Compassi...

An urgent call for Compassion, Dignity and respect for human rights in Gaza by Public Health Palliative Care International on World Humanitarian Day (August 19, 2025) #worldhumanitarianday #actforhuma...

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Aug 9

Today, 9th of August commemorates the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

Here at CCUK, we stand with the communities and we learn from them.

Hear Dr Julian Abel on his podcast Survival of the Kindest speaking with Dr Tess Moake-Maxwell of her experiences.

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Dr Tess Moeke-Maxwell - Flow with the River

Podcast Episode · Survival of the Kindest · 22/12/2021 · 1h 33m

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Aug 4

The death of #OzzyOsbourne will mean different things to different people...

Our #compassionatebirmingham post reminds us to reach out to others during times of change & for people struggling with their grief offers numbers to call for support.

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Reflection: “I’m Going Through Changes” – In Memory and in Life

The news of Ozzy Osbourne’s death will mean different things to different people. For some, it will stir memories of heavy metal thunder and unforgettable concerts. For others, it might simply brin…

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 26

We have a special offer, 2 for 1 entry. So for just £30, you and a colleague or friend can get access to 4 lectures, culminating in a live session with Professor Allan Kellehear OBE on the 18th September.

Head over to our Eventbrite tinyurl.com/35sej3f4

#EOLC #PalliativeCare #AssistedDying #Dying

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 22

We have lots of courses & learning opportunities coming up over the next couple of months.

Everything from TLC, to EDI, PHPC for MDT and SpR and a lecture series culminating in a live session with Professor Allan Kellehear OBE.

For more info: tinyurl.com/4uz68tuw

#AllanKellehear #EDI #PHPC #EOLC

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 18

As we share this message on Nelson Mandela Day we think about the importance of community and connection in our lives and communities as a whole.

#NelsonMandelaDay #NelsonMandela #Community #Connection

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 8

@myfuturecare.bsky.social - Thanks for sharing!

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 7

So you think you know about end of life? Think again!
Enjoy a series of recorded lectures by Prof Allan Kellehear, culminating in this final live online session - an audience with Prof Kellehear OBE

For more information or to book tinyurl.com/eedmyvbj

#EndOfLifeCare #PalliativeCare #Bereavement

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jul 4

If you were wondering what's new here at Compassionate Communities UK, look no further - here is our training update.
We have everything from connection to communities, EDI, to PHPC to a live session with Professor Allan Kellehear OBE

For info or to book any of our sessions tinyurl.com/t7vcarew

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Jun 16

We are delighted to congratulate one of our founders, Professor Allan Kellehear on receiving an OBE for his exceptional contributions to palliative care. To read more about this story compassionate-communitiesuk.com/2025/06/16/p...

#palliativecare #hospice #endoflife #bereavement #compassion

Professor Allan Kellehear Awarded OBE for Services to Palliative Care in King’s Birthday Honours

Compassionate Communities UK is delighted to congratulate one of its founders, Professor Allan Kellehear on receiving an OBE for his exceptional contributions to palliative care. Professor Kellehea…

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · May 30

We are so excited to promote this programme again - exclusive access to a series of video lectures by Professor Allan Kellehear followed by an online session with the man himself! This lecture series is engaging, challenging & amusing! Members of CCUK get a 20% discount.

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So You Think You Know About End of Life ? Think Again!

Enjoy a series of recorded lectures by Prof Allan Kellehear, culminating in this final live online session - an audience with Prof Kellehear

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · May 23

📣 Upcoming Training! 📣

We have 2 fantastic training opportunities over the next couple of weeks.

TLC - Talk, Listen, Connect for more info and to sign up - tinyurl.com/4hys2vzv

Next up - Public Health Palliative Care Training programme for Specialist Registrars - tinyurl.com/r8kh9r82

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · May 7

Here is our statement on assisted dying - please have a read and share your thoughts.

Key considerations for change and a public health approach- written by #allankellehear and #drjulianabel.

#AssistedDying #Statement #PublicHealthApproach

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The public health responsibility for assisted dying

Assumptions about unbearable physical suffering in a life limiting illness are used as a significant reason for requesting physician assisted dying. However, the reality of why people request this …

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Apr 24

📣 SPECIAL OFFER - TRAINING 📣

We have a few spaces left on our EDI training, this is suitable for anyone working in the health or care sector.

For more info please see here: tinyurl.com/yvvk7ux9

To book on please email: [email protected]

#Training #EDI #DEI #Health #Care

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Apr 19

📣 Save the date 📣

We’re thrilled to announce the dates for our 2026 Compassionate Communities Conference! Mark your calendars and get ready to be part of an inspiring gathering of changemakers, thought leaders, and compassionate individuals from around the globe.

For more info tinyurl.com/ysz3s5v6

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Mar 24

📣Last minute shout out📣

We are delivering our TLC session tomorrow evening at 19:30-21:00 GMT, folks from #NewZealand are already booked on.

This time slot works well with other countries too, so please do come along for this international session.

To book 👇
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#Compassion

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Hannah Gray @hannahellisgray.bsky.social · Mar 20

The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice is a beautiful, homely place.

Had the pleasure of a wee tour & chat about the services available to people in the southside.

Excited to be waving the #CompassionateCommunities flag in Glasgow now.

@hospiceuk.bsky.social @compassionatecomm.bsky.social

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Mar 24

What a lovely space and thanks for flying the flag Hannah!

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Mar 2

📣 SPECIAL OFFER 📣

We are running a special offer on this course, which is open to everyone who works with people. If you buy 4 places you get the 5th one free! Offer ends Wed evening.

To take advantage of this offer please email [email protected]

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Feb 20

Our very own Dr Julian Abel will be speaking at TEDxRoyalTunbridgeWells on 16th March, Julian will be talking on the subject of 'Survival of the Fittest'

Please head to their website to find out more:
www.tedxroyaltunbridgewells.com/march2025

#TEDTalk #Speaker #Compassion #TunbridgeWells

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · Feb 15

Our good friend, Professor Allan Kellehear has asked us to share this closure conference focusing on grief and loss taking place in #Durham.

For more info and to book: For more information and link to book: pay.durham.ac.uk/event-durham...

#Conference #Grief #Loss #Bereavement

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