Welcome to another episode of the "Life and Loss" podcast, brought to you by Forest Holme Hospice in Poole, Dorset. In this episode, Caroline talks about navigating grief within stoic families that uphold the "stiff upper lip" mentality, partic

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Tory and Sarah, two experienced community specialist palliative care nurses at Forest Holme, offer invaluable insights into their profession and share their personal journeys into palliative care, shedding light on the complexities of their rol

Understanding Grief

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Dania, a bereavement counsellor at Forest Holme Hospice, explains the diverse ways individuals experience grief and how it can affect people both emotionally and physically.She also discusses the ‘wheel’ used by many professionals to illustrate

A mums journey through loss

May 31st, 2024 11m 44s

Sue discusses the death of her son Karl in 2019, aged just 39, following a 9-year battle withMelanoma, the subsequent grief and how she keeps his memory alive.She talks about experiencing a parent’s worst nightmare of losing a child, the signif

Talking to children about a life limiting or terminal illness

May 24th, 2024 24m 31s

🎙️ Talking to children about a life-limiting or terminal illness - LeoWelcome to another episode of the "Life and Loss" podcast, brought to you by Forest Holme Hospice in Poole, Dorset. In this episode, Leo, a Social Worker based at Forest Hol

Grieving As A Young Adult

May 17th, 2024 30m 7s

Grieving As a Young Adult - with Jasmine WallDive into the complex journey of grief with Jasmine as she shares her story. Everyone's grieving process is unique, and Jasmine's perspective sheds light on navigating grief as a young adult.

From Strangers to Soulmates: A Journey Through Love and Loss

May 10th, 2024 23m 30s

From Strangers to Soulmates: A Journey Through Love and Loss - with Christine CrossJoin Christine as she fondly reminisces about her beloved husband Des. With honesty and courage, she openly discusses the journey from his cancer diagnosis to hi

How Complementary Therapies Enhance Hospice Care

May 10th, 2024 15m 41s

How Complementary Therapies Enhance Hospice Care" - with Dr. Kate SmeatonJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Kate Smeaton as we explore the invaluable benefits of complementary therapies and their importance within traditional he

Living With A Brain Tumour

May 10th, 2024 25m 15s

"Living With A Brain Tumour" - with Mark HaywardMark discusses his journey from diagnosis through to cancer treatment and the impact that had on him and his young family and how illness has shaped his future.He reflects on life before and afte

Palliative Care and Navigating Death w/ Dr. Amy Pharaoh

May 3rd, 2024 24m 51s

What Does Dying Look Like?" - with Dr. Amy Pharaoh Welcome to the first episode of the Life & Loss Podcast. We're joined by Dr Amy Pharaoh, Consultant in Palliative Medicine and Clinical Lead at Forest Holme Hospice.Dr. Pharaoh delves into the

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