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SUMMARY:Earth Emotions Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Bid on a special collection of 20 unframed prints by local photographers from an exhibition called Earth Emotions.\n\nGlenn Allbrecht’s book\, Earth Emotions\, inspired Ann Wheatley\, Emma Jane Hughes and Peter Kemp to create a local exhibition exploring the health of our soils\, waters\, forests\, and people\, with support from the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum and the Nelson City Council.\n\nForty-seven photographers responded to an open call\, contributing over 100 images. A selection of these was exhibited at the Refinery Art Space.\n\nThe photographers have donated 20 exhibition prints to raise funds for the hospice.\n\nView on site at Nelson Tasman Hospice or check out the website here: Earth Emotions Silent Auction
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/earth-emotions-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Tasman Hospice Team":MAILTO:fundraising@nelsonhospice.org.nz
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SUMMARY:Palliative Care for Caregivers starts Friday 6 March 2026 over 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This workshop has been designed for Health Care Assistants & Support and Support Workers working in Aged Residential Care or the Community to improve their knowledge and understanding of palliative care. * Please note\, this programme is not suitable for members of the public looking after their family/whanau. \nThe education is endorsed by Hospice New Zealand\, and a certificate will be awarded on completion of the programme. \n\nThis workshop is 2 hours per session over 4 weeks and attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the Hospice NZ Palliative Care Certificate.\n\nTopics covered include: \n\nPrinciples of palliative care\nManaging physical symptoms\nCare in the last days of life\nCommunication\nUnderstanding loss and grief\nSpirituality and self-care\n\nTarget audience: Heath care assistants\, Support workers and Caregivers working in rest homes & community homes \nMax attendees 20: Early registration is advised. \nCost: No charge \nDates: (Attendees must attend all 4 sessions to gain the HNZ certificate) \nWeek1: Friday 6 March 2026 \nWeek 2: Friday 13 March 2026 \nWeek 3: Friday 20 March 2026 \nWeek 4: Friday 27 March 2026 \nTime: 1000 -1200 (Attendees are asked to arrive at least10 minutes early to sign in). \nRegister: Click here to register via Eventbrite \nLimited attendees: Registration is essential \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nEnquires: email: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz or phone Education administrator Barb Thomas 03 546 3950
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/palliative-care-for-caregivers-starts-friday-6-march-2026-over-4-weeks/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Tasman Hospice Education Team":MAILTO:education@nelsonhospice.org.nz
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SUMMARY:Syringe Driver Workshop for ARC RN's/EN's/ DN's: Wednesday 11 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The programme assists Registered Nurses (RNs) and Enrolled Nurses (ENs) working in Aged Residential Care (ARC) and District Nursing (DNs) to obtain the skills and knowledge required to manage a syringe driver in their work setting. * A pre programme workbook will be emailed to participants prior to the workshop. \nSuccessful completion of a written test is required for certification. \n\nPlease note: This workshop is not suitable for Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough RN’s as they use a different learning module – See other listings on Eventbrite or Contact the hospice on 03 546 3950 for dates or email: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz\n\nWorkshops are facilitated on site at Nelson Tasman Hospice or as advertised off site. \nTarget Audience: Aged Residential Care Registered Nurses\, District Nurses\, Enrolled Nurses subject to scope of practice \nDate: Wednesday 11 March 2026 \nTime: 1300 – 1500 (Workshop starts promptly. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to sign in). \nCost: No charge \nLimited attendees: Max 10 people per session\, registration is essential \nRegister:  Click here to register via Eventbrite \nFacilitator: Chris Dunn Clinical Nurse Educator Nelson Tasman Hospice \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nPhone: 03 546 3950 \nEmail: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/syringe-driver-workshop-for-arc-rns-ens-dns-wednesday-11-march-2026/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Tasman Hospice Education Team":MAILTO:education@nelsonhospice.org.nz
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Palliative Care Online Modules & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is a free blended (online and face to face) programme consisting of a series of four learning modules and a one-day workshop designed for healthcare workers both registered and non-registered\, who are caring for people with palliative care needs. The programme provides the learner with a broad overview of how to provide palliative care for people with cancer\, chronic illness\, dementia and frailty. \nTo enrol for the Fundamentals of Palliative Care programme online modules visit Knowledge Hub at: https://knowledgehub.hospice.org.nz/ \nConfirmation of your registration for the online programme will be approved during office hours only Monday to Friday 0800 – 1630 hrs. and not on statutory holidays. \nTo complete the programme\, you need to attend a one-day workshop “Fundamentals of Palliative Care “Please Note: You must complete the first two online modules before registering for the workshop. Bookings are required for workshop attendance. If you complete all the modules before the workshop you will be awarded the full certificate on the day. \n\nThe Essence of Palliative Care\nThe Palliative Approach\n\nAnd then complete the remaining modules in any order of your choice \n3. Managing Pain & Long-term Illnesses \n4. Care & Support at the End of Life. \nFor an overview on the Fundamentals of Palliative Care programme click on the link: Fundamentals of Palliative Care Programme Overview \n*(Registration for the workshop is essential due to limited numbers) \nDate: Thursday 19 March 2026 \nTime: 0830 -1630 \nCost: No charge (includes morning tea\, participants are to bring their own lunch) \nRegister: Click here to register via Eventbrite \nPresenters: Chris Dunn & Suss Walding Nelson Tasman Hospice Nurse Educators \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson. \nEnquiries: Email: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz or phone 03 546 3950 Barb Thomas Nelson Tasman Hospice Education Admin
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/fundamentals-of-palliative-care-online-modules-workshop/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Clinical Skills Workshop: Advance Care Planning Wednesday 25 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The clinical skills series is for Health Care Professionals and for care workers caring for clients either in Aged Residential Care\, a General Hospital or community setting who have palliative care needs. \nThe education sessions provide learning which maintains and enhances participants palliative care knowledge\, skills and practice. \nThe aim of this presentation is to: \n\n\n\nRecognise the value of having an ACP\nIncrease understanding of ACP process\nIdentifying the barriers to ACP\nIntegrating ACP into clinical practice in different settings\nUnderstand Advanced Directive documentation\nUnderstand the process sharing an ACP with health providers\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday 25 March 2026 \nTime: 1600 – 1715 \nCost: No charge \nPresenter: Chris Dunn Clinical Nurse Educator\, Nelson Tasman Hospice & Suss Walding Registered Nurse\, Nelson Tasman Hospice \nVenue: Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Stoke\, Nelson \nRegister: Click here to register via Eventbrite to attend onsite \n\nThis workshop is also offered as a virtual session:  Register for the virtual session: Click here\nNB: To participate virtually\, you will need to have Microsoft TEAMS on your device\n\nFor more information contact the Nelson Tasman Hospice Education Team: \nE: Education Administrator Barb Thomas: education@nelsonhospice.org.nz \nPhone: (03) 546 3950
URL:https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/event/clinical-skills-workshop-advance-care-planning-wednesday-25-march-2026/
LOCATION:Nelson Tasman Hospice\, 331 Suffolk Road\, Nelson\, 7011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Education
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