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Can We Create Compassionate Communities That Don’t Rely Disproportionately on Women?

Published on: October 15, 2021 Author: williampribula 1 Comment

As we enter the end stages of life, palliative and end-of-life care become more essential to achieve an approximation of what one might deem a ‘good’ death. Sociologist Allan Kellehear identifies the need to shift palliative care from its current practices wherein psychosocial care only begins at the onset of a dying person’s challenges towards… Continue reading →

Understanding bereavement support in response to Covid-19

Published on: June 2, 2020 Author: chaofang 2 Comments

A yellow heart has been widely shared across the UK during lockdown, giving many bereaved families a meaningful opportunity to visibly share their loss and grief. Originating from a single bereaved family, this simple and powerful movement has showcased one of many new forms of grieving developed during the time of Covid-19. In the face… Continue reading →