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UID:6980-1756310400-1756314000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Exploring the role of paramedics delivering palliative and end-of-life care in Australian communities
DESCRIPTION:Pal-spectives on Research webinar series
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/exploring-the-role-of-paramedics-delivering-palliative-and-end-of-life-care-in-australian-communities/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T144000
DTSTAMP:20250610T042743Z
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UID:6789-1756305000-1756305600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Pressure care at end of life | 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/pressure-care-at-end-of-life-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:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T130000
DTSTAMP:20250610T033200Z
CREATED:20250610T033200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T033200Z
UID:6764-1756296000-1756299600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Lunchtime Sessions | Symptom Management at End of Life | Pain
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-symptom-management-at-end-of-life-pain-2/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T123000
DTSTAMP:20250714T235039Z
CREATED:20250714T235039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T235039Z
UID:6970-1756285200-1756297800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Essentials Education Series | Session 2 of 6
DESCRIPTION:This is a six week education series designed for Registered Nurses\, Personal Care Attendants\, Aged Care Facility staff\, Allied Health Care professionals and anyone interested in developing their knowledge in palliative care. \nThis course has been designed to educate participants on applying general palliative care principles and enhance their skills and knowledge. \nBookings can be made for individual or multiple sessions. \n$275 per session* \n$1\,485 for all six sessions* (save $165)
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/palliative-care-essentials-education-series-session-2-of-6/
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:20250826T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T163000
DTSTAMP:20250701T021827Z
CREATED:20250701T021827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T021827Z
UID:6888-1756213200-1756225800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:POP UP PEPA: Exploring Loss and Grief in Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:Aim: Acquire knowledge\, skills and confidence in understanding loss and grief\, including the role of health care providers in supporting grieving individuals and families both before and after death. \nTarget 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/pop-up-pepa-exploring-loss-and-grief-in-palliative-care/
LOCATION:Goulburn Valley Health – Centre for Nursing & Midwifery (EJEC)\, 2/2-28 Graham Street\, Shepparton\, Victoria\, 3630\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T130000
DTSTAMP:20250804T055736Z
CREATED:20250804T055736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T055736Z
UID:7036-1756206000-1756213200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Loss of intimate connection in aged care: Balancing care\, consent and dignity
DESCRIPTION:Who should attend this webinar?\nThis webinar is for any staff\, residents\, and family members involved in the transition to care. This includes health care assistants\, registered nurses\, nurse practitioners\, clinical and non-clinical managers\, and auxiliary staff. \nTuesday 26th August 1:00pm – 3:00pm New Zealand time NZST \n$85 NZ
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/loss-of-intimate-connection-in-aged-care-balancing-care-consent-and-dignity/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T130000
DTSTAMP:20250731T014314Z
CREATED:20250731T014314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T014314Z
UID:7023-1756202400-1756213200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Providing Effective Grief and Bereavement Support Workshop | Grief Australia
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Deb Likouras and Eszter Cowle\nLevel: Introductory\nAudience: General and professional public who wish to understand the fundamental information and skills to support grieving individuals. \nLearning Outcomes\nUpon completion of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nrecognise and understand the broad and varied range of common grief reactions/responses\ndiscuss and reflect upon a number of contemporary bereavement theories used today\nexplore effective communication skills that can assist when supporting bereaved individuals\nunderstand the importance of implementing self care whilst providing support to other
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/providing-effective-grief-and-bereavement-support-workshop-grief-australia/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="Grief Australia":MAILTO:info@grief.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T123000
DTSTAMP:20250701T021714Z
CREATED:20250701T021714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T021714Z
UID:6886-1756198800-1756211400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:POP UP PEPA: Exploring Compassionate Communication in Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:Aim: Acquire knowledge\, skills and confidence in having meaningful but often difficult conversations about terminal illness\, palliative care and grief with people living with a life-limiting illness\, and their families. \nTarget 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/pop-up-pepa-exploring-compassionate-communication-in-palliative-care/
LOCATION:Goulburn Valley Health – Centre for Nursing & Midwifery (EJEC)\, 2/2-28 Graham Street\, Shepparton\, Victoria\, 3630\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T153000
DTSTAMP:20250721T034122Z
CREATED:20250721T034122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T034122Z
UID:7006-1756197000-1756222200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Glen Waverley | PACOP Full Fundamentals Workshop - Waitlist
DESCRIPTION:Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program (PACOP) supports aged care homes (ACHs) to provide optimal palliative & end-of-life care for residents and their families. By embedding a framework of routine assessments to identify increasing palliative and end-of-life needs\, PACOP guides care planning to address these needs using an evidence-based practice and evidence-based responses.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/glen-waverley-pacop-full-fundamentals-workshop-waitlist/
LOCATION:Ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley\, 297 Springvale Road\, Glen Waverley\, Victoria\, 3150\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="PACOP":MAILTO:pacop-enquiries@uow.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250825T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250825T163000
DTSTAMP:20250701T021540Z
CREATED:20250701T021540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T021540Z
UID:6883-1756112400-1756139400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:PEPA | Providing culturally responsive palliative care for First Nations people
DESCRIPTION:Target audience: The focus of this education is to enhance the capacity of the health workforce to provide quality\, holistic and culturally-responsive palliative care for First Nations peoples and their families impacted by life-limiting illness. \nIPEPA offers a dedicated workshop program for First Nations health workers and practitioners to support development of confidence in caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by life-limiting illness. Suitable for health professionals (of all disciplines)\, Aboriginal Health Workers\, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Community Workers who support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You may work in residential care\, community health or a hospital setting anywhere in Victoria.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/pepa-providing-culturally-responsive-palliative-care-for-first-nations-people/
LOCATION:Goulburn Valley Health – Centre for Nursing & Midwifery (EJEC)\, 2/2-28 Graham Street\, Shepparton\, Victoria\, 3630\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTSTAMP:20250710T024521Z
CREATED:20250710T024521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T024521Z
UID:6920-1756080000-1756339199@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 4: Loddon-Mallee - Bendigo) - BOOKED OUT
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 25\, Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 August 2025\n\n\nTimes:\n9:00am – 4:30pm daily\n\n\nLocation:\nBendigo\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-4-loddon-mallee-bendigo-booked-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250822T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250822T133000
DTSTAMP:20250818T213008Z
CREATED:20250818T212849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T213008Z
UID:7061-1755865800-1755869400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Partnering with Carers in Cancer Care webinar
DESCRIPTION:About this session\nDesigned for busy cancer care clinicians and non-clinical staff\, this session offers strategies you can apply immediately to create more inclusive\, person-centred care. \nFacilitators\nThis webinar will be delivered by experts from the Healthcare Communication Collective. Meg Chiswell has trained thousands of health professionals and clinicians in person-centred communication for improved health outcomes\, both locally and internationally. Sadie Dunn brings valuable expertise from her clinical background in palliative care\, as an educator and clinical service leader.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/partnering-with-carers-in-cancer-care-webinar/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20250714T232538Z
CREATED:20250714T232538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T232538Z
UID:6966-1755802800-1755806400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD): Virtual Workshop Series | Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow\, with increasing rates of dependence\, overdose and harm. There is an urgent need for skilled prescribers to deliver safe\, evidence-based treatment. \nThis training offers a pathway to MATOD (Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence) accreditation and supports practitioners to build confidence in opioid dependence care. \nFacilitator: Dr Anne Saunders\nVirtual Workshop Dates \n\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, 24th July | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\nSession 2: Thursday\, 7th August | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\nSession 3: Thursday\, 21st August | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n\nTo successfully complete the program\, attendance at all three sessions is required. \nKey Benefits \n\n\nGain Department of Health accreditation to prescribe MATOD\n\n\nBuild confidence in managing opioid dependence\n\n\nComplete CPD hours\n\n\nParticipate in a collaborative and supportive learning environment\n\n\nAccreditation\nRP 5 Hours RACGP \nContact:\nKerrianne Singleton 03 8699 0468 \nkerrianne.singleton@racgp.org.au
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-virtual-workshop-series-session-3/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN)":MAILTO:events@semphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T144000
DTSTAMP:20250610T042621Z
CREATED:20250610T042621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T042621Z
UID:6787-1755700200-1755700800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Mouth care at end of life | 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/mouth-care-at-end-of-life-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:20250820T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T130000
DTSTAMP:20250610T033033Z
CREATED:20250610T033033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T033033Z
UID:6762-1755691200-1755694800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Lunchtime Sessions | Symptom Management 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-symptom-management-at-end-of-life/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T123000
DTSTAMP:20250714T234918Z
CREATED:20250714T234829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T234918Z
UID:6968-1755680400-1755693000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Essentials Education Series | Session 1 of 6
DESCRIPTION:This is a six week education series designed for Registered Nurses\, Personal Care Attendants\, Aged Care Facility staff\, Allied Health Care professionals and anyone interested in developing their knowledge in palliative care. \nThis course has been designed to educate participants on applying general palliative care principles and enhance their skills and knowledge. \nBookings can be made for individual or multiple sessions. \n$275 per session* \n$1\,485 for all six sessions* (save $165)
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/palliative-care-essentials-education-series-session-1-of-6/
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:20250819T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20250804T055919Z
CREATED:20250804T055406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T055919Z
UID:7033-1755601200-1755608400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Grief literacy: Creating a world that recognises\, validates and supports grieving young people
DESCRIPTION:Who should attend this webinar?\nAnyone who works in a professional care role or supports people through all forms of loss and grief. Our content is applicable to a wide variety of professions including counsellors\, social workers\, teachers\, emergency response teams\, medical\, corrections\, mental health\, hospice\, volunteers\, caregivers and more. \nTuesday 19 August 1 pm to 3 pm New Zealand time – NZST \n$85 NZ
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/grief-literacy-creating-a-world-that-recognises-validates-and-supports-grieving-young-people/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T163000
DTSTAMP:20250403T051047Z
CREATED:20250403T051047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T051047Z
UID:6652-1755594000-1755621000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:PEPA Workshop: Palliative approach to care for First Nations health professionals
DESCRIPTION:Palliative approach to care for First Nations health professionals \nTarget Audience \nIPEPA offers a dedicated workshop program for First Nations health workers and practitioners to support development of confidence in caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by life-limiting illness. Suitable for health professionals (of all disciplines)\, Aboriginal Health Workers\, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Community Workers who support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You may work in residential care\, community health or a hospital setting anywhere in Victoria.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/pepa-workshop-palliative-approach-to-care-for-first-nations-health-professionals/
LOCATION:Palliative Care South East\, 80 Victor Crescent\, Narre Warren\, VICTORIA\, 3805\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T144000
DTSTAMP:20250610T042418Z
CREATED:20250610T042418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T042418Z
UID:6785-1755095400-1755096000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Eye care at end of life | 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/eye-care-at-end-of-life-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:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20250610T032857Z
CREATED:20250610T032857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T032857Z
UID:6760-1755086400-1755090000@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care Lunchtime Sessions | MND Symptom Management
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-mnd-symptom-management-2/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250812T153000
DTSTAMP:20250721T033854Z
CREATED:20250721T033759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T033854Z
UID:7001-1754987400-1755012600@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Geelong | PACOP Full Fundamentals Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program (PACOP) supports aged care homes (ACHs) to provide optimal palliative & end-of-life care for residents and their families. By embedding a framework of routine assessments to identify increasing palliative and end-of-life needs\, PACOP guides care planning to address these needs using an evidence-based practice and evidence-based responses.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/pacop-full-fundamentals-workshop-geelong/
LOCATION:Novotel Geelong\, 14 Eastern Beach Road\, Geelong\, Victoria\, 3220\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="PACOP":MAILTO:pacop-enquiries@uow.edu.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTSTAMP:20250710T024303Z
CREATED:20250710T024303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T024303Z
UID:6918-1754956800-1755215999@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 2: Northern Metro - Broadmeadows)
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
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-2-northern-metro-broadmeadows/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250811T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250811T150000
DTSTAMP:20250717T034312Z
CREATED:20250717T034312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T034312Z
UID:6998-1754920800-1754924400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:A Positive Culture of Aged Care Rights for Everyone - The Aged Care Act’s Statement of Rights and Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Intended Audience: All staff working in aged care \nOutline of the Webinar: A foundational change for Australia’s aged care system is placement of the rights of older people at the centre of the new Aged Care Act (2024). This webinar will explore the benefits of the repositioning and strengthening of rights for individuals who access and use our aged care system and the strengthened obligations placed upon providers regarding people from diverse communities.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/a-positive-culture-of-aged-care-rights-for-everyone-the-aged-care-acts-statement-of-rights-and-diversity/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20250714T232424Z
CREATED:20250714T232424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T232424Z
UID:6964-1754593200-1754596800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD): Virtual Workshop Series | Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow\, with increasing rates of dependence\, overdose and harm. There is an urgent need for skilled prescribers to deliver safe\, evidence-based treatment. \nThis training offers a pathway to MATOD (Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence) accreditation and supports practitioners to build confidence in opioid dependence care. \nFacilitator: Dr Anne Saunders\nVirtual Workshop Dates \n\n\nSession 1: Thursday\, 24th July | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\nSession 2: Thursday\, 7th August | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\nSession 3: Thursday\, 21st August | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n\nTo successfully complete the program\, attendance at all three sessions is required. \nKey Benefits \n\n\nGain Department of Health accreditation to prescribe MATOD\n\n\nBuild confidence in managing opioid dependence\n\n\nComplete CPD hours\n\n\nParticipate in a collaborative and supportive learning environment\n\n\nAccreditation\nRP 5 Hours RACGP \nContact:\nKerrianne Singleton 03 8699 0468 \nkerrianne.singleton@racgp.org.au
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-virtual-workshop-series-session-2/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN)":MAILTO:events@semphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T123000
DTSTAMP:20250731T020018Z
CREATED:20250731T020018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T020018Z
UID:7029-1754559000-1754569800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:"What Should You Know About Grief" Seminar
DESCRIPTION:This seminar takes a contemporary look at grief. When we understand how grief works and when we practise ‘Good Grief’ principles\, we get better mental health outcomes for all concerned. \nWe will talk about: • 7 unhelpful beliefs about grief • Am I normal? What to expect when you’re grieving • How your thoughts affect your grief • Helpful ideas for practising “Good Grief” • How to “show up” for a grieving friend • How to develop strong empathy muscles \nHosted by Grief Expert – Doris Zagdanski
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/what-should-you-know-about-grief-seminar/
LOCATION:Le Pine Funerals Burwood\, 339 Warrigal Road\, Burwood\, Victoria\, 3125\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T140000
DTSTAMP:20250710T021820Z
CREATED:20250710T021820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T021820Z
UID:6903-1754485200-1754488800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Caring through connection | 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/caring-through-connection-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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20250610T031954Z
CREATED:20250610T031954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T031954Z
UID:6752-1754481600-1754485200@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Anticipatory Medications | SMRPCC Trending Session
DESCRIPTION:SMRPCC presents a special online session as part of our Trending Sessions. \nAlex Walker from the Austin will talk about anticipatory medications for people at end of life\, focusing on how we can help nurses be more comfortable and confident in initiating giving these medications.
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/anticipatory-medications-smrpcc-trending-session/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="SMRPCC":MAILTO:penny.fletcher@smrpcc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250805T103000
DTSTAMP:20250710T023346Z
CREATED:20250710T023346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T023346Z
UID:6913-1754388000-1754389800@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:OPA | Information Session | Enduring powers of attorney
DESCRIPTION:This 30-minute online session provides a brief overview of enduring powers of attorney. \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-enduring-powers-of-attorney/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTSTAMP:20250710T024038Z
CREATED:20250710T024038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T024038Z
UID:6915-1754265600-1754524799@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (Workshop 1: Southern Metro - Cheltenham)
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
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/comprehensive-health-assessment-of-the-older-person-workshop-workshop-1-southern-metro-cheltenham/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250731T113000
DTSTAMP:20250724T013739Z
CREATED:20250724T013739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T013739Z
UID:7015-1753956000-1753961400@smrpcc.org.au
SUMMARY:Grief Australia | Here and Not Here: Understanding and Living with Ambiguous Loss
DESCRIPTION:Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nidentify the two types of ambiguous loss\nassess the relational impacts of ambiguous losses\narticulate the reasons closure is a myth\nimplement research-based guidelines for living well with ambiguous loss\nexplore their own experience(s) of ambiguous loss\n\nPresenters: Dr. Carla M. Dahl\nLevel: Intermediate\nAudience: Counsellors\, therapists\, nurses\, clergy persons\, and community mental health workers.\nPrice: Members $50 and Non-Members $75\nSpecial discounts may be available for group bookings and students. To inquire about discounts or make a booking\, please contact education@grief.org.au
URL:https://smrpcc.org.au/event/grief-australia-here-and-not-here-understanding-and-living-with-ambiguous-loss/
LOCATION:Online via your PC or device
ORGANIZER;CN="Grief Australia":MAILTO:info@grief.org.au
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