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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

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 compassionate-communitiesuk.com/2025/10/07/o...

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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 · 11/09/2025

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:

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

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 · 23/08/2025

📣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 · 09/08/2025

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. tinyurl.com/mu3hbpzv

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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 · 26/07/2025

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 · 22/07/2025

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 · 18/07/2025

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 · 07/07/2025

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 · 04/07/2025

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 · 30/05/2025

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. tinyurl.com/2bdreau5

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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 · 23/05/2025

📣 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 · 24/04/2025

📣 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: info@compassionate-communitiesuk.co.uk #Training #EDI #DEI #Health #Care

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

📣 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 · 24/03/2025

📣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 👇 tinyurl.com/578fynxc #Compassion

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Hannah Gray @hannahellisgray.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

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 · 02/03/2025

📣 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 info@compassionate-communitiesuk.co.uk tinyurl.com/32c4sp6y

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

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 · 15/02/2025

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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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

📣TRAINING ALERT📣 We have been busy planning our training, we have just added monthly Talk, Listen, Connect sessions including an evening one, due to enquiries from #NewZealand. Participants from all over the world are welcome to attend our #training. To book: tinyurl.com/ydrw6h9r

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

If you have heard about our Talk, Listen, Connect training but aren't sure what it is about, then why not watch this short (less than 2mins) video. We have a session on 31.01.25 at 10am - click the link to book: tinyurl.com/5yc86zs8 www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6pF... #Training #Compassion #Connect

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Talk Listen Connect - Compassionate Communities UK

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

If you are planning your CPD for this year or are a citizen interested in learning more about connection, community & more, please see tinyurl.com/2bv5hpph for information of all of our courses we have scheduled. #Training #Development #Connection #Community #PalliativeCare #EOLC #Bereavement #CPD

List of training courses that Compassionate Communities have listed so far this year.
31.01.25 - Talk, listen, connect (TLC)
14.02.25 - TLC train the trainer
06.03.5 - Exploring bereavement in health, care and community contexts
07.03.25 - Compassionate Cities/Communities the basics
27.03.25 - Compassionate communities essentials for hospices
07.05.25 - Practice certificate in equity, diversity and inclusion for palliative and end of life care
03.06.25 - Public health palliative care training for specialist registrars.

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

We would like to speak to anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+ and is receiving end of life care. Research shows that people from the LGBTQIA+ communities have inequitable access to socially and culturally appropriate care. Please see below for more information: Please share #LGBTQIA #Endoflife

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Exploring Bereavement in Health, Care & Community Contexts This three-part course is designed to equip professionals working in health, care, and community settings with the knowledge and skills to navigate and support diverse bereavement experiences. To book: tinyurl.com/ysnj7ne2 #Bereavement

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

With a new year often comes reflection. Some things will have been fantastic for people last year, other things may not have gone to plan and some people are still processing things that have happened. We are sharing this as a reminder of self-compassion. #Compassion #SelfCare #Reflection

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 31/12/2024

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! May it be filled with connections and compassion! If you would like to collaborate with us next year on anything Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Public Health Palliative Care, hospices, dementia, community and much more, please get in touch. #HappyNewYear

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

Hope you have all had a lovely Christmas! Did you know that we have membership options: tinyurl.com/2yhtc5ts Including *Course discounts *Resources and training *Members only events & more Next events are early Jan, including a fabulous guest speaker from the USA. Sign up on the above link

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CommUnity

CommUnity – a peer support network – sharing, learning & connecting Join an international CommUnity of like minded individualsBy joining our Peer Support Network ‘CommUnity&#8…

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

We would like to wish all of you a wonderful Christmas. May it be filled with connections with others. A huge thank you to members and organisations who have collaborated with us. We look forward to continue working with you next year! #MerryChristmas #SeasonsGreetings #Christmas #Connections

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

We have spaces left on our public health palliative care training for Specialist Registrars (SpR) and members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT). For more info or to book: tinyurl.com/43ddsymt #PublicHealth #PalliativeCare #EndOfLife #SpR #MDT #PublicHealthApproach #Training #Development

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Did you know that we provide training for a Practice Certificate in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for Palliative and end of life care? For more info or to book please see the link tinyurl.com/4kx8sx9t Part funding is available for hospice staff via @hospiceuk.bsky.social's grant programme.

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Let's start a compassionate movement! Let people know that you are willing to be a listening ear in their time of need. Want to know more? Why not come along to our last Talk, Listen, Connect session this year. Book now: tinyurl.com/27ya6svu #GriefAwarenessWeek #Grief #Bereavement #Loneliness

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Medicalising grief results in waiting lists for talking therapy, the use of medication & healthcare resources. A compassionate community, workplace or school that is grief friendly can make a difference. To be part of a compassionate movement see the link: tinyurl.com/4wrrv8rr #GriefAwarenessWeek

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

100% of the population will grieve at some time, a compassionate community means nobody has to struggle alone. Come to our Talk, Listen, Connect session on 11th December to find out more. Just £5, book below: tinyurl.com/4wrrv8rr #GriefAwarenessWeek #Grief #Awareness #Bereavement #Loneliness

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Check out this event where our very own Dr Julian Abel is on the panel. Speaking about all things compassion and loneliness. To attend, please see the link below. #Compassion #Compassionate #Loneliness #EndOfLife #PalliativeCare #SurvivalOfTheKindest

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Did you know that we have a full timetable of training available? From free thinktanks on children's hospices to being part of a compassionate movement, to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Public Health Palliative care training. #PalliativeCare #EndOfLife www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/compassion...

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

@emmahodges.bsky.social Will be at the @hospiceuk.bsky.social conference again today, if you are attending and want to know more about Compassionate Communities, go and have a chat. #HospiceUKConf #CompassionateCommunities #PublicHealthPalliativeCare

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Compassionate Communities UK @compassionatecomm.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Hi All, First post over here on Bluesky, A big hi and welcome to all connecting with us here at Compassionate Communities UK. We believe in a world where people’s natural gifts of compassion, togetherness and equity are recognised as more powerful than medicine alone. #Compassion #Community

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