92 days ago

The Better Endings Project: How to support care of the dying and create compassionate communities

Krisca Gould from Nelson Tasman Hospice

What is the Better Endings Project?
The Better Endings Project is about educating the community on the basics of caring for people who are dying.

This workshop is for the general public and not designed for health care professionals.

Who is the workshop for?
For the general public who find themselves supporting and caring for people approaching end of life, or those anticipating this situation.
What does Nelson Tasman Hospice offer?

The facilitators will give practical tips on how you can provide comfort to someone who is dying, and what you can do to plan for your own, and your family's end of life. It is an interactive workshop for up to 20 participants.

Participants will learn
▪ What to expect when someone is dying
▪ How compassionate communities can improve care of dying
▪ Why end of life planning is important and what resources are available
▪ Simple measures to provide comfort at end of life
▪ About the sanctity of the last hours/days of life and how to cope and support others after death

This is a free event however spaces are limited so registering is essential: www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

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🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
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937 votes
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1 day ago

Create a Stunning Stain Feature Wall with Resene Colorwood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Nelson

Transform your living room into a work of art with Resene Colorwood wood stains. Find out how to create your own stain feature wall with these easy step by step instructions.

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