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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T183000
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DTSTAMP:20251020T022333Z
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SUMMARY:Generalist Advanced Shared Palliative Care Program Palliative Sedation Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Join Banksia Palliative Care experts for the second instalment into a new Generalist Advanced Shared Palliative care (GASP) program. \nThis event is for all health care professionals and is accredited for CPD points. \nBanksia Speakers: \n\nDr Bonnie Lui – Palliative Medicine Physician and Geriatrician\nDr Chien-Che Lin – Palliative Medicine Specialist\nWendy Palmer – Training and Development Co-ordinator
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/generalist-advanced-shared-palliative-care-program-palliative-sedation-therapy/
LOCATION:Banksia Palliative Care Service\, 472 Lower Heidelberg Rd\, Heidelberg\, Victoria\, 3084\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Banksia Palliative Care Service":MAILTO:learningcentre@banksiapalliative.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T150000
DTSTAMP:20251021T043839Z
CREATED:20251021T043626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T043839Z
UID:7463-1763474400-1763478000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care ECHO 2025 | Virtual mentoring sessions
DESCRIPTION:Interactive case-based virtual mentoring sessions that address a range of palliative care topics. Discussion of deidentified patient cases and 10-minute lectures aim to increase palliative care knowledge\, skills and confidence in primary care health professionals. \nCurrently\, monthly sessions are held via Zoom on the third Tuesday of every month – 1pm to 2pm (AEST).
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/palliative-care-echo-2025-virtual-mentoring-sessions/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T140000
DTSTAMP:20251027T042455Z
CREATED:20251027T042455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T042455Z
UID:7514-1763470800-1763474400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Clinical conversation – Early Detection in Action with "Stop and Watch"
DESCRIPTION:Join Amy Licheni\, Quality and Safety Coordinator from Beaufort and Skipton Health Service (BSHS)\, as she shares practical insights from a 12-month trial of the Stop and Watch tool.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/clinical-conversation-early-detection-in-action-with-stop-and-watch/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T130000
DTSTAMP:20251020T014054Z
CREATED:20251020T014004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T014054Z
UID:7450-1763467200-1763470800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:The role of oral care in reducing aspiration pneumonia risk in the palliative care context | SMRPCC Trending Session
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC presents a special online session as part of our Trending Sessions. \nFiona Walsh\, Calvary Healthcare Bethlehem\, will talk about the link between poor mouthcare and aspiration pneumonia in our palliative clients. \nFiona is a Senior Speech Pathologist with over 15 years clinical experience. She has been working in Calvary Healthcare Bethlehem\, in the State-wide Progressive Neurological Diseases Service since 2012\, and is passionate about partnering with her patients to make sure they continue to experience quality of life despite a diagnosis of a progressive condition. She has extensive expertise in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) as well as complex dysphagia and secretion management.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/the-role-of-oral-care-in-reducing-aspiration-pneumonia-risk-in-the-palliative-care-context-smrpcc-trending-session/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20250717T033038Z
CREATED:20250717T033038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T033038Z
UID:6992-1763337600-1763596799@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 15: Loddon-Mallee - Echuca)
DESCRIPTION:Managed by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nMonday 17\, Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 November 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nEchuca\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-15-loddon-mallee-echuca/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251113T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251113T160000
DTSTAMP:20250819T215322Z
CREATED:20250819T215322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T215322Z
UID:7089-1763047800-1763049600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA Information Session | Overview of guardianship and administration - 13 November
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session is an overview of guardianship and administration. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. \nRSVPs are not necessary\, just join on the day.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/opa-information-session-overview-of-guardianship-and-administration-13-november/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251112T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251112T133000
DTSTAMP:20251016T041912Z
CREATED:20251016T041145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T041912Z
UID:7406-1762950600-1762954200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:MND Overview | Palliative Care Lunchtime Session - 12.30 pm AEDT
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC has again joined with other palliative care consortiums in the Victorian Palliative Care Network (VPCN) to bring you more Lunchtime Sessions\, from October 2025 to March 2026. \nJoin us online for our FREE 50-minute training sessions about palliative care Wednesdays at the NEW TIME of 12.30 pm Melbourne time. \nSuitable for Registered and Enrolled Nurses\, Allied Health Professionals and Personal Care Attendants.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/mnd-overview-palliative-care-lunchtime-session-new-time-12-30-pm-aedt/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20250717T032931Z
CREATED:20250717T032931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T032931Z
UID:6990-1762732800-1762991999@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 14: Western Metro - Melton) BOOKED OUT
DESCRIPTION:BOOKED OUT \nManaged by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nMonday 10\, Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 November 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nMelton\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-14-western-metro-melton-booked-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251106T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251106T160000
DTSTAMP:20250819T215152Z
CREATED:20250819T215152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T215152Z
UID:7087-1762443000-1762444800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA Information Session | Overview of the intersection of mental health and medical treatment - 6 November
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session provides a brief overview of the intersection of mental health and medical treatment. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to ask questions. \nRSVPs are not necessary\, just join on the day.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/opa-information-session-overview-of-the-intersection-of-mental-health-and-medical-treatment-6-november/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T133000
DTSTAMP:20251016T041939Z
CREATED:20251016T040951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T041939Z
UID:7404-1762345800-1762349400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Recognising Signs of Deterioration | Palliative Care Lunchtime Session - 12.30 pm AEDT
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC has again joined with other palliative care consortiums in the Victorian Palliative Care Network (VPCN) to bring you more Lunchtime Sessions\, from October 2025 to March 2026. \nJoin us online for our FREE 50-minute training sessions about palliative care Wednesdays at the NEW TIME of 12.30 pm Melbourne time. \nSuitable for Registered and Enrolled Nurses\, Allied Health Professionals and Personal Care Attendants.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/recognising-signs-of-deterioration-palliative-care-lunchtime-session-new-time-12-30-pm-aedt/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T133000
DTSTAMP:20251007T054906Z
CREATED:20251007T054906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T054906Z
UID:7271-1762345800-1762349400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:End-of-Life Essentials Webinar - Recognising Dying in Hospitals
DESCRIPTION:Join the End-of-Life Essentials webinar panel discussion designed for health professionals working in acute hospitals. At the conclusion of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nunderstand the challenges of recognising dying in acute settings\ndiscuss strategies to improve recognition and communication\nunderstand the patient’s perspective of dying and what patient’s value.\n\nIt’s recommended that you complete the End-of-Life Essentials module ‘Recognising Dying’ prior to attending the webinar.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/end-of-life-essentials-webinar-recognising-dying-in-hospitals/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20250717T032734Z
CREATED:20250717T032734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T032734Z
UID:6988-1762300800-1762559999@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 13: Grampians - Bacchus Marsh) BOOKED OUT
DESCRIPTION:BOOKED OUT \nComprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 13: Grampians – Bacchus Marsh) \nManaged by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nWednesday 5\, Thursday 6 and Friday 7 November 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nBacchus Marsh\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-13-grampians-bacchus-marsh-booked-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251031T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251031T151500
DTSTAMP:20251021T003147Z
CREATED:20251021T003147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T003147Z
UID:7461-1761919200-1761923700@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Transitioning to residential aged care: The issues | Swinburne Webinar Series on Aging
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we discuss the emotional and practical issues that commonly present during this transition to residential aged care. We discuss the challenges experienced by the older person\, families and carers\, as well as strategies and resources that may help ease the transition.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/transitioning-to-residential-aged-care-the-issues-swinburne-webinar-series-on-aging/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251030T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251030T160000
DTSTAMP:20250819T214843Z
CREATED:20250819T214843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T214843Z
UID:7085-1761838200-1761840000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA Information Session | Overview of medical treatment decision-making - 30 October
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session provides a brief overview of medical treatment decision-making. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. \nRSVPs are not necessary\, just join on the day.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/opa-information-session-overview-of-medical-treatment-decision-making-30-october/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T140000
DTSTAMP:20251023T003920Z
CREATED:20251023T003920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T003920Z
UID:7484-1761742800-1761746400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative care in rural and regional settings | WEBINAR Showcasing ARIIA Grant project outcomes
DESCRIPTION:The ARIIA webinar series Showcasing ARIIA Grant Project Outcomes\, aims to highlight the transformative outcomes\, key findings\, and next steps of the innovative projects funded by the ARIIA Grant program.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/palliative-care-in-rural-and-regional-settings-webinar-showcasing-ariia-grant-project-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA)":MAILTO:email ariia@ariia.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T133000
DTSTAMP:20251016T040532Z
CREATED:20251016T040313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T040532Z
UID:7399-1761741000-1761744600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Goals of Care | Palliative Care Lunchtime Session - NEW TIME 12.30 pm AEDT
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC has joined with other palliative care consortiums in the Victorian Palliative Care Network (VPCN) to bring you more Lunchtime Sessions\, from October 2025 to March 2026. \nJoin us online for our FREE 50-minute training sessions about palliative care Wednesdays at the NEW TIME of 12.30 pm Melbourne time. \nSuitable for Registered and Enrolled Nurses\, Allied Health Professionals and Personal Care Attendants.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/goals-of-care-palliative-care-lunchtime-session-new-time-12-30-aedt/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20250714T063845Z
CREATED:20250714T063845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T063845Z
UID:6957-1761696000-1761955199@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 12: Hume - Shepparton) BOOKED OUT
DESCRIPTION:BOOKED OUT \nManaged by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \n  \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nWednesday 29\, Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nShepparton\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-12-hume-shepparton-booked-out/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTSTAMP:20250714T063640Z
CREATED:20250714T063640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T063640Z
UID:6955-1761523200-1761782399@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 11: Northern Metro - Epping) BOOKED OUT
DESCRIPTION:BOOKED OUT \nManaged by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nMonday 27\, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 October 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nEpping\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-11-northern-metro-epping-booked-out/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251023T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251023T160000
DTSTAMP:20250819T214714Z
CREATED:20250819T214714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T214714Z
UID:7083-1761233400-1761235200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA Information Session | Frequently asked questions about guardianship and administration - 23 October
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session explores frequently asked questions about guardianship and administration. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. \nRSVPs are not necessary\, just join on the day.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/opa-information-session-frequently-asked-questions-about-guardianship-and-administration-23-october/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20250922T020932Z
CREATED:20250922T020834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T020932Z
UID:7211-1761134400-1761138000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Cultural Diversity at end of life | SMRPCC Trending Session
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC presents a special online session as part of our Trending Sessions. \nTonina Gucciardo-Masci\, Community Engagement Manager at Palliative Care Victoria\, will talk about cultural diversity at end of life. \nAs Community Engagement Manager at Palliative Care Victoria\, Tonina is responsible for promoting palliative care services and facilitating conversations about end-of-life care with multilingual and multifaith communities. Tonina joined the PCV team in 2023 bringing over 30 years’ experience working in the multicultural sector as a cultural diversity trainer\, researcher and advocate.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/cultural-diversity-at-end-of-life-smrpcc-trending-session/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T123000
DTSTAMP:20250901T035619Z
CREATED:20250901T035619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T035619Z
UID:7153-1761134400-1761136200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Drop the Jargon Day 2025 | CEH Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Since 2014\, CEH has used Drop the Jargon Day to highlight the impact of jargon in healthcare. Too often\, the words we use aren’t clear – especially to clients from migrant and refugee backgrounds. \nThis year\, in partnership with Jean Hailes for Women’s Health\, we’ll show you how embedding health literacy principles in your work can help you build understanding and empower people to take charge of their health.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/drop-the-jargon-day-2025-ceh-webinar/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251022T163000
DTSTAMP:20250701T020107Z
CREATED:20250701T020107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T020107Z
UID:6878-1761123600-1761150600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:PEPA | Exploring Communication\, Loss and Grief in Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:Target audience: Health professionals working in non-specialist palliative care environments\, who want to develop confidence in communicating effectively and respectfully with people with life-limiting and chronic illnesses\, and their families.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/pepa-exploring-communication-loss-and-grief-in-palliative-care-2/
LOCATION:Quest Mildura Apartment Hotel\, 115 Madden Avenue\, Mildura\, Victoria\, 3500\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T170000
DTSTAMP:20251020T021821Z
CREATED:20251020T021821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T021821Z
UID:7453-1761062400-1761066000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Ethical Principles for Decision-Making in Paediatrics Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:The Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network will be hosting a webinar on ‘Ethical Principles for Decision-Making in Paediatrics Palliative Care’ AND are honoured to have Prof Lynn Gillam AM from the Children’s Bioethics Centre\, Royal Children’s Hospital\, Melbourne\, Australia as our speaker for this session. \n4 – 5 pm Melbourne time (1 – 2 pm Singapore time) \n  \n 
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/ethical-principles-for-decision-making-in-paediatrics-palliative-care/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20250714T063347Z
CREATED:20250714T063347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T063347Z
UID:6953-1761004800-1761263999@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 10: Barwon South West - Grovedale)
DESCRIPTION:Managed by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nTuesday 21\, Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 October 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nGrovedale\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-10-barwon-south-west-grovedale/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251017T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251017T151500
DTSTAMP:20251007T045526Z
CREATED:20251007T045526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T045526Z
UID:7269-1760709600-1760714100@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Enhancing Mental Health in Aged Care | Swinburne Webinar Series on Aging
DESCRIPTION:Enhancing Mental Health in Aged Care: An Interprofessional Approach\nInterprofessional collaboration is essential for supporting the mental health of aged care residents. This presentation discusses interprofessional care\, highlighting the distinct roles of psychologists\, occupational therapists\, nurses\, peer support workers\, and other professionals in fostering residents’ well-being. By examining real-world examples\, we will illustrate how mental health professionals can work together to provide holistic care.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/enhancing-mental-health-in-aged-care-swinburne-webinar-series-on-aging/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T103000
DTSTAMP:20251009T055642Z
CREATED:20251009T055642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T055642Z
UID:7274-1760604300-1760610600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Navigating palliative care and dementia
DESCRIPTION:A keynote presentation from Dr Aaron Wong\, a consultant geriatrician and palliative medicine physician who is passionate about the care of people with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Aaron will be speaking about the role of palliative care in caring for people with dementia in aged care settings. You will learn about the complexities of recognising deterioration in residents with dementia and how to support clients and their families to navigate comfort\, choice and dignity at the end of life.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/navigating-palliative-care-and-dementia/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T144000
DTSTAMP:20250610T043540Z
CREATED:20250610T043540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T043540Z
UID:6802-1760538600-1760539200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Grief and bereavement | Palliative Care 10-minute Sessions for PCAs
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC\, with the Victorian Palliative Care Network (VPCN) brings you more 10-minute Sessions about palliative care. \nThese sessions are specifically designed for PCAs. \nNo need to register. Join us in MS Teams on Wednesdays at 2.30 pm Melbourne time for 10 minutes\, using the link in the flyer.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/grief-and-bereavement-palliative-care-10-minute-sessions-for-pcas/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20250610T034421Z
CREATED:20250610T034421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T034421Z
UID:6776-1760529600-1760533200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Lunchtime Sessions | Parkinson's at End of Life
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC has joined with other palliative care consortiums in the Victorian Palliative Care Network (VPCN) to bring you more Lunchtime Sessions\, from July to October 2025. \nJoin us online for our FREE 50-minute training sessions about palliative care on Wednesdays at 12 pm Melbourne time. \nSuitable for Registered and Enrolled Nurses\, Allied Health Professionals and Personal Care Attendants.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/palliative-care-lunchtime-sessions-parkinsons-at-end-of-life/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20250714T063237Z
CREATED:20250714T063237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T063237Z
UID:6951-1760313600-1760572799@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 9: Southern Metro - Dandenong)
DESCRIPTION:Managed by the Victorian Department of Health through the Commonwealth Government’s Strengthening Medicare – Supporting Older Australians initiative\, the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) at La Trobe University will be holding 140 three-day workshops for nurses who work in all Victorian residential aged care services. The workshop includes interactive\, hands-on skills development\, aided by simulation manikins. \nThe Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person workshop provides nurses with content and skills development in the areas of: \n• clinical reasoning and general assessment skills\n• communication of assessment – professional issues\n• musculoskeletal assessment\n• nutrition\, metabolism and elimination assessment\n• cardiovascular assessment\n• respiratory assessment\n• cognitive and perceptual assessment\n• psychosocial assessment \nMore information can be found at https://www.latrobe.edu.au/funded-chaop-victoria \n\n\n\nDates:\nMonday 13\, Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 October 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nDandenong\n\n\nRegistration Cost:\nFree ($0)\n\n\nAny other instructions:\nTo be eligible\, you must work in a Victorian residential aged care home. You must obtain your manager’s approval before registering for the workshop so you can arrange the appropriate leave required.\n\n\n\nFurther enquiries can be made to Rebecca Watson.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-9-southern-metro-dandenong/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251009T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20250819T214601Z
CREATED:20250819T214601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T214601Z
UID:7081-1760023800-1760025600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA Information Session | Overview of guardianship and administration - 9 October
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session is an overview of guardianship and administration. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. \nRSVPs are not necessary\, just join on the day.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/opa-information-session-overview-of-guardianship-and-administration-9-october/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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