information for people in Scotland who may be worried that they, or
someone they care about, is at increased risk of getting seriously ill and
potentially dying from COVID-19.
supporting public
figures and the media
unnecessary suffering to people who are at their most vulnerable.”
Update: the SPPC has received a response from Jackie Doyle Price MP.
NOTES TO EDITORS
The Scottish Partnership for Palliative Care brings together over 50
areas
that can shape people’s experiences of death, dying and bereavement. It focuses particularly on:
Death education and bereavement
support in schools.
Workplace culture and policies.
The role of communities.
The
in Scotland the lives of people who are seriously ill are largely hidden, and so too are the sometimes harsh realities of those who care for them. 1 in 8 of the Scottish population are involved in providing care and support to a family member.
the profile for caring for people dying in care homes and how it has changed. The Care Accolades are very worthwhile. It is also fantastic for the corporate profile.” Another palliative care project reached the finals of the award
towards better care for people living with dementia. Over the summer a wide-ranging consultation will gather the views of people with dementia and all those involved in their care about what should be included in the strategy.
it includes a discussion of people's 'experience of death' and the potential for inappropriate interventions towards the end of life. Report of the National Committee on Infant Cremation The Scottish Government has published a formal
work with other like-minded people in Scotland? Why not apply for an open mic slot or poster display at the upcoming Everyday Compassion Conference in Glasgow? To apply for a 5 minute presentation slot during the Open-mic quick-fire
a role in the care which people receive towards the end of life. We are seeking your views on the likely impacts of Brexit on this care. The results will be used in SPPC’s work to inform and influence relevant policy. The survey can be
a role in the care which people receive towards the end of life. We are seeking your views on the likely impacts of Brexit on this care. The results will be used in SPPC’s work to inform and influence relevant policy. The survey can be