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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 3h

📢 Do you know a Transition Year student? Applications are now open for Irish Hospice Foundation's Transition Year Programme 2027. 📩 Applications close: 20 November 2026 👉 Apply: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/ty-progra… #TransitionYear #TYProgramme #WorkExperience #TYStudents

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

🐾 It's World Animal Day For many of us, animals are far more than pets. They are companions and cherished members of the family. Are you looking for support? 📞 Our Bereavement Support Line is also here to listen: 1800 80 70 77 #WorldAnimalDay #SoulfulSunday #PetBereavement

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

👣 Day 2 of the IHF Camino Challenge 2026 Our challengers continue their journey, walking 20km from Redondela to the city of Pontevedra. You can follow and support our Camino champions here: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/Camino-id… #IHFCaminoChallenge #Camino2026 #WalkWithPurpose

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Last week, we took time to celebrate 40 years of IHF and the people who made it possible. It was a special evening of reflection, connection and gratitude.🌻 👉 Explore our 40-year journey: hospicefoundation.ie/40th-anniversary/ #IHF40 #IrishHospiceFoundation #40YearsOfImpact

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

👣 Day 1 of the IHF Camino Challenge 2026 Today, our Camino challengers began their journey along the stunning Portuguese Coastal Camino, walking 19.8km from A Ramallosa to Bouzas. #IHFCaminoChallenge #Camino2026 #IrishHospiceFoundation #IHF40 #CaminoDeSantiago #WalkWithPurpose

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🎉 €116,577 raised for Nurses for Night Care A huge thank you to all who bought and sold tickets, shared the raffle, and supported Nurses for Night Care. 📖 Read the full story: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/summer-ra… #NursesForNightCare #SummerRaffle #IHF40 #EndOfLifeCare

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

What an incredible few days at European Grief Conference 2026 in Porto. The Irish Hospice Foundation was delighted to contribute: 📃 5 conference presentations & poster abstracts Swipe through to see some highlights from #EGC2026 💙💛 #EuropeanGriefConference #EGC2026 #Bereavement #Grief

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🏅 Want to earn your medal? Take on 100 Miles in October and challenge yourself to walk, run or cycle 100 miles throughout the month. 👉 Register today: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/100-miles #100MilesInOctober #IrishHospiceFoundation #EveryMileMatters #IHF40

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

This is our End-of-Life Symbol, posted monthly to remember those who've died in Ireland. You're not alone in grief. Call ☎️ 1800 80 70 77 Mon-Fri 10am-1pm. Visit our Bereavement & Loss Hub 👉 bereaved.ie #EndOfLife #BereavementSupport #GriefAwareness

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our Board Chair, Leo Kearns, wraps up the day here at Croke Park for #IHFForum2026. Thank you to all speakers and delegates. It was an inspiring and insightful day. As one audience member said, 'There are so many issues that I wasnt aware of, but am now.' The conversation doesnt end here.

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In our other parallel session of the afternoon, Values of Care, Exploring Homeless Experiences of Dying and Grieving, Ciara Cotter from Dublin Simon Community discusses the end-of-life and advance care planning resources developed to support those experiencing homelessness. #IHFForum2026

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

'If an undocumented migrant leaves the host country for a funeral, they cannot return. They have an impossible choice: stay and mourn in isolation, or leave to bury a loved one and permanently sacrifice their livelihood.' Dr. Ganza Zihindula, Exploring Migrant Experiences of Dying and Grieving.

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

@glenyscaswell.bsky.social kicks off her presentation on challenging common perceptions on dying alone. 'There are nuances that need to be taken into account when considering dying alone. Dying alone doesnt immediately mean it was a bad death.' What are your thoughts on dying alone?

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

'How do you determine a good death when there are so many differing opinions?' MC, Dermot Whelan, kicks off our panel discussion with a hard question to our panellists. #IHFForum2026 #JointheConversation

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our second plenary speaker, Dr. Wendy Lichtenthal, presents powerful insights this afternoon regarding bereavement amongst marginalised communities. The Dual Process Model of Coping assumes you have time to attend to grief. When you don't, it can lead to "Loss Overload" or "Suffocated Grief".

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our first plenary speaker of the day, Dr Rowan Harwood discusses the difficulty in measuring a good death. ▪️When does the dying period begin? ▪️What are we measuring? ▪️Do we measure a "bad death" instead? What are your thoughts? #IHFForum2026 #JointheConversation @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

New research reveals Irish media's contrasting end-of-life stories: pain vs. dignity. Full report: hospicefoundation.ie/our-supports-s…. #EndOfLifeCare #IrishMedia #IrishHospiceFoundation

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"Our work is ensuring that everyone experiences the same compassionate end-of-life care, regardless of background." Our CEO, Paula O’Reilly, addresses delegates attending #IHFForum2026 this morning. We’re honoured to have you with us in Dublin at Croke Park.

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"To this day, I don't know how I did. You never find out. We just hope we did a good job. We just do our best." Forum MC and host, Dermot Whelan, discusses his personal experiences with death this morning, opening #IHFForum2026.

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We’re delighted to welcome everyone to the eighth IHF Forum on End of Life at Croke Park today. 📋 Follow today’s agenda and explore the sessions taking: hospicefoundation.ie/our-supports-s… #IHFForum2026 #JoinTheConversation

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

📢 Join us this Thursday at Forum on End of Life 2026. There's still time to register! 🔗https://goto.hospicefoundation.ie/tickets #IHFForum2026 #EveryDeathMatters #EndOfLifeCare #Bereavement #HealthcareCPD

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

📢 Join us this Thursday at Forum on End of Life 2026. ✅ 7 CEUs (NMBI Category 1) ✅ 6 External CPD Credits (pending) There's still time to register! 🔗https://goto.hospicefoundation.ie/tickets #IHFForum2026 #EveryDeathMatters #EndOfLifeCare #Bereavement #HealthcareCPD

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We’re delighted to share that Irish Hospice Foundation has been shortlisted for two Charity Excellence Awards 2026 from Charities Institute Ireland 🏆 ⭐ Charity Board of the Year ⭐ Employer Excellence Award #IHF40 #CharityExcellenceAwards #IrishHospiceFoundation #WorkplaceWellbeing

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

💛 Everyone has their own reason for taking on 100 Miles in October. Whatever your reason, every mile matters. Take on 100 miles throughout October and help support end-of-life and bereavement care. 🔗: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/100-miles #100milesinoctober #charity # charityfundraiser #ForACause

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

💬 How do different migrant communities experience dying, death and bereavement in Ireland? 🌍 Join us for this conversation as we explore dying, death and bereavement in a changing Ireland. 🎟️ Register : goto.hospicefoundation.ie/forum-202… #IHFForum2026 #EveryDeathMatters #EndOfLifeCare

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Melody Chimanga, who took part in a number of Irish Hospice Foundation Arts & Culture projects over the years. 📖 Read Melody's story: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/melody-hu… #HumansOfDublin #RememberingMelody #LivingWithLoss

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Sunflowers, the sea at Howth... Here before us, here after. On International Legacy Giving Day, we honour those who gave quietly. More info: hospicefoundation.ie/get-involved/g… #InternationalLegacyDay #GiftInWill #HowthViews #SunflowerField #IrishHospiceFoundation

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

💭 Questions about palliative care can arise at any stage of illness. Irish Hospice Foundation's Information & Support Line is here to provide information and support. 📞 1800 60 70 66 🕘 Mon to Fri, 9am–6pm 💛 Learn more: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/ISL #PalliativeCareWeek2026

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

💛 World Suicide Prevention Day The impact of these deaths, affects workplaces and communities. We have a practical guide to help workplaces navigate a suicide death. 📖 Download the guide: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/respondin… #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #SuicideBereavement

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

💭 What is palliative care? We're sharing our Palliative Care: What Is It and Who Is It For? A booklet to help answer some of the most common questions about palliative care. 👉 Download now: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/palliativ… #PalliativeCareWeek2026 #PalliativeCare

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

❓What happens when someone faces the end of life without the security of a home... 💬 Join a national conversation on dying, death and bereavement in a changing Ireland. 🎟️ Register now: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/forum-202… #IHFForum2026 #EveryDeathMatters #Homelessness #Bereavement

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

📢 It's Palliative Care Week 2026 📅 Check out the events we have planned throughout the week and get involved. 👉 Find out more and register for our events: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/pcw-2026-… #PalliativeCareWeek2026 #PalliativeCare #ItsNotWhatYouThink #EndOfLifeCare #EveryDeathMatters

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

September means students return! Thanks to Reece Slade from Trinity College Dublin for supporting our research at Ireland's leading dying, death & bereavement charity. #TrinityCollegeDublin

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

💬How can migrant communities start planning for the future when it comes to death, dying and bereavement. Join us for this important discussion: 📅 September 24 2026 🎟️ Register today: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/forum-202… #IHFForum2026 #EndOfLifeCare #AdvanceCarePlanning #Bereavement

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

This #SoulfulSunday, as we mark National Grief Awareness Day, we're sharing a gentle reminder that there is no right way to grieve. Our Bereavement Support Line is here with care and compassion: 📞: 1800 80 70 77 👉 bereaved.ie #SoulfulSunday #NationalGriefAwarenessDay #GriefSupport #GriefAndLove

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

⏰ Last Call for Applications: MSc Loss & Bereavement 📍 Start date: September 1st 📣 Applications open for a limited time Don't miss your opportunity to join a unique Master's programme Apply: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/Msc-2026 #MScLossAndBereavement #FinalCall #PostgraduateStudy #ApplyNow

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🐶 National Dog Day was this week! Professor Philip Hyland explores why pet bereavement can be every bit as profound as other forms of loss. Read the blog: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/pet-berea… #NationalDogDay #Grief #Bereavement

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This is our End-of-Life Symbol. We post it on the last Thursday of every month to remember those who've died and those who are grieving. Call our Bereavement Support Line: ☎️ 1800 80 70 77 Mon - Fri, 10am - 1pm Visit our Bereavement & Loss Hub 👉 bereaved.ie -- #EndOfLife #BereavementSupport

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Huge thanks to Tom Horan! 🙏 €2,520 raised for Irish Hospice Foundation and two other charities of Ireland. Your generosity helps families. 💛 #IrishHospiceFoundation #CommunityFundraising

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Someone's playing Adele at the worst moment: why her songs still help us grieve? If you're missing someone and need a little extra support, our Bereavement Support Line is always here for you: 💙 1800 80 70 77 🕙 Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm 👉 bereaved.ie #SoulfulSunday #GriefSupport #YouAreNotAlone #Adele

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Today is World Photography Day! Join our #Photovoice project to share your story through photos. Contact us 📞1800 1800 18 ✉️research@hospicefoundation.ie #IrishHospiceFoundation #EndOfLife #Research #WorldPhotographyDay

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🏆 Congrats to our Summer Raffle 2026 winners! Thanks to all who supported IHF's vital end-of-life care. 💛 #SummerRaffle #EndOfLifeCare #IrishHospiceFoundation

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

How do migrant communities experience death, dying and grief in Ireland❓ Join us as we bring together community voices to a national conversation on dying, death and bereavement in Ireland. 📅 September 24th 2026 🔗Click the link in our bio and register today. #IHFForum2026 #EndOfLifeCare

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

This #SoulfulSunday, we're sharing of heartfelt reflections that speak to the quiet realities of living with loss. 🌿✨ Our Bereavement Support Line is here with care and compassion: 📞: 1800 80 70 77 🕙 Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm 👉 bereaved.ie #SoulfulSunday #GriefSupport #SayTheirName #GriefAndLove

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Have you been bereaved and want to share your experience❓ We are seeking participants to take part in our Grief Survey. Share your thoughts by taking the survey today: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/bereaveme… #griefsurvey #bereavement #ireland #griefsurveyireland

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Join our Photovoice study on end-of-life care with Avril Easton & Neil Fullerton. Share your story. 📞1800 1800 18 ✉️research@hospicefoundation.ie 🌐hospicefoundation.ie/photovoice #EndOfLifeCare #Photovoice

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

📢 Join the Hospice Friendly Hospitals Team to the joint delivery of our highly rated, free NMBI-accredited Network: 🔗Registration is free: goto.hospicefoundation.ie/paediatri… #HFH #End-of-Life Care #HSE #Networking

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

⏰ 24 HOURS LEFT to return your Summer Raffle tickets! Help families with Nurses for Night Care. Buy or return tickets by 11 Aug. 🙏 goto.hospicefoundation.ie/summer-ra… #IrishHospiceFoundation #SummerRaffle #NursesForNightCare

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Irish Hospice Foundation @irishhospice.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

This week, marking International Cat Day, we're thinking of everyone who's said goodbye to a beloved cat, or any pet. Got a photo of them you'd love to share? Bereavement Support Line: 1800 80 70 77 (Mon–Fri, 10–1) 🌐bereaved.ie #GriefSupport #YouAreNotAlone

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