PEPA - Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach
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June 2013

  • Tue June 11 A palliative approach & Cultural Competence. Targeting Health Professionals working in Aged Care Facilities. This Palliative Approach and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) Aged Care education day aims to raise the awareness of the palliative approach and will focus on how culture influences the palliative approach and end of life care. Registration is essential. Please contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Marrickville, NSW
  • Tue June 18 A Palliative Approach Targeting EENs/ENs. This workshop will cover an overview of the palliative approach including symptom management and end stage care. Registration is essential. Register for upcoming events at: http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW or contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Port Macquarie, NSW
  • Wed June 26 Palliative Care & Residential Aged Care An interactive day utilising group discussion and case studies to provide participants with a greater understanding of palliative care and how it can be implemented within the facilities they work. To register please contact Pdadministration@cancerwa.asn.au or phone 08 9382 9300 Kalgoorlie (Amana Living)
  • Thu June 27 Palliative Care for Allied Health Professionals What is the connection between your role and palliative care? If you work with patients who have a life limiting illness , this palliative care workshop will be invaluable to you. This workshop will be presented by a number of experts in the field and enhance and improve assessment, implementation, evaluation and communication skills when dealing with this client group. Topics Include: The Palliative Approach Psychosocial care and supporting the spiritual needs of the patient and family Care for yourself: The professional care giver To register please contact Pdadministration@cancerwa.asn.au or call 058 9382 9300. Kalgoorlie
  • Thu June 27 Palliative Care for Aboriginal Health Workers This one day workshop is designed to build knowledge and skills to provide palliative and supportive care for individuals and their families dealing with chronic or advanced illness. The workshop will focus on the palliative approach, symptom management, spirituality, loss and grief. To register please contact Pdadministration@cancerwa.asn.au or call 08 9382 9300. Kalgoorlie

September 2013

  • Wed September 11 A Palliative Approach Targeting AINs/PCAs. This workshop will cover an overview of the palliative approach including symptom management and end stage care. Registration is essential. Register for upcoming events at: http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW or contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Port Macquarie, NSW

May 2013

  • Wed May 15 PEPA Workshop in the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day interactive workshop for health professionals and staff working in the residential aged care sector. Lakeview Resort, Bendigo
  • Wed May 15 Territory Palliative Network Meeting - ASP 15 May 2013 6.30pm -8.30pm- Alice Springs Crowne Plaza The aims of the Palliative Care Network are: • To enhance coordination of services • To improve Communication between service providers • To reduce professional isolation • To increase knowledge through sharing information & sharing of resources • PEPA Post placement support This activity has been submitted to the RACGP for Category 2 points in the QI&CPD Program for the 2011-2013 triennium. ACRRM QA&CPD points have been applied for. Points will be published at a later date. This activity has been endorsed by APEC no. 04112253 as authorised by Royal College of Nursing, Australia, according to approved criteria. RSVP is required to julie.barnes@nt.gov.au PEPA participants and others are welcome to attend Alice Springs 15 May 2013
  • Thu May 16 PEPA Workshop in the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day interactive workshop for staff working in the disability sector. Lakeview Resort, Bendigo
  • Thu May 16 Territory Palliative Care & PEPA Annual Network Conference 8th Territory Palliative Care & PEPA Annual Network Conference - Alice Springs "Palliative Care for Chronic Disease- What do you mean" Who should attend: Staff delivering health care in the Government and non-government health sectors. Aim: Provide a network forum for stakeholders/primary service providers, specialist palliative care services and PEPA participants. Provide an education opportunity to share knowledge and increase understanding of the palliative approach to care. Keynote Speakers / Topics: Professor Patricia Davidson - Director of Centre for Cardiovascular and Chronic Care UTS Peter Jenkin: Nurse Practitioner Candidate Palliative Care Identifying EOL care in chronic diseases How and when do you have that conversation about end of life care in Chronic Disease?. Wednesday 15 May 2013 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm - Welcome, Keynote speaker and Panel discussion Thursday 16 May 2013 - 8.30am - 4.30pm - Conference Venue: Alice Springs Crowne Plaza For Booking & Registration: Online =http://www.health.nt.gov.au/library/scripts/objectifyMedia.aspx?file=pdf/79/81.pdf&siteID=1&str_title=Territory Palliative Care Network Conference.pdf For further information, visit www.health.nt.gov.au/Palliative_Care, or email Julie Barnes@nt.gov.au or Phone(08) 89226761 Alice Springs 15 & 16 May 2013
  • Wed May 22 PEPA Workshop in the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day interactive workshop for health professionals and staff working in residential aged care facilities. Karralyka Centre, Ringwood
  • Wed May 22 A Palliative Approach Targeting all Health Care Proffessionals. The workshop will cover an overview of the palliative approach including symptom management and end stage care. Lismore, NSW
  • Thu May 23 PEPA workshop in the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day workshop for staff working in the disability sector. Karralyka Centre, Ringwood
  • Thu May 23 PEPA NSW Mentors – Cultural Awareness Day Targeting PEPA NSW Mentors. The aim of the day is to gain a greater understanding of Aboriginal Culture and current issues/barriers associated with end-of-life care. Registration is essential. Register for upcoming events at: http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW or contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Camperdown, NSW
  • Tue May 28 A Palliative Approach Targeting all Health Care Professionals. The workshop will cover an overview of the palliative approach including symptom management and end stage care. Charlestown, NSW
  • Wed May 29 PEPA Workshop in the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day interactive workshop for health professionals and staff working in residential aged care facilities. Alexandria on Lydiard, Ballarat
  • Thu May 30 PEPA Workshop on the Palliative Approach - VIC A one day interactive workshop for staff working in the disability sector. Alexandria on Lydiard, Ballarat
  • Thu May 30 PEPA NSW Mentors – Cultural Awareness Day Targeting PEPA NSW Mentors. The aim of the day is to gain a greater understanding of Aboriginal Culture and current issues/barriers associated with end-of-life care. Registration is essential. Register for upcoming events at: http://profile.eventarc.com/profile/PEPANSW or contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Camperdown, NSW

July 2013

  • Wed July 3 A palliative approach & Cultural Competence. Targeting Health Professionals working in Aged Care Facilities. This Palliative Approach and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) Aged Care education day aims to raise the awareness of the palliative approach and will focus on how culture influences the palliative approach and end of life care. Registration is essential. Please contact PEPA NSW for a registration form. Concord, NSW

Various events are held throughout the year for those interested or involved in PEPA. This includes education days, workshops, and other training days. See the calendar opposite to find upcoming events suited to you. Select an event for more details.


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