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SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session)
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning and RESPECT documentation – Study Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-hour interactive online workshop on Advance Care Planning and RESPECT documentation\, led by members of the Specialist Paediatric Palliative Care Team. \nAre you a health care professional working in paediatric or neonatal care who feels hesitant or uncertain about beginning conversations around advance care planning? \nThis workshop offers a supportive space to learn best practices – from understanding the legal and ethical principles\, to practical exercises on communication and exploration of end-of-life wishes.  This session combines subject- experts\, case-studies and discussion.  The aim is to build confidence and competence in completing ACP and RESPECT documentation correctly and sensitively.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/advance-care-planning-and-respect-documentation-study-session/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155434
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172448Z
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SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session)
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T163000
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of paediatric palliative care
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of paediatric palliative care is an introductory session to equip professionals with essential knowledge and skills to support children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families.  Participants will explore core principles of paediatric palliative care\, looking at holistic working\, communication skills and interdisciplinary teamwork. \nThis will also include short teachings on advance care planning and symptom management. \nThis is suitable for professionals working with or who may come across children and young people with life-limiting conditions\, including but not limited to Nurses\, Health Care Assistants\, Nursing Associates\, Counsellors\, Therapists and Social workers. \n24 March 2026 – Christopher’s Children’s Hospice\, Guildford \n17 November  2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/foundations-of-paediatric-palliative-care/2026-03-24/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155434
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SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session)
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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SUMMARY:Care after death
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a face-to-face study day on Care After Death.  Designed for professionals working with children and families at the most difficult of times.  Explore how compassionate\, informed care continues even after death\, and gain practical and emotional tools to support families and colleagues. \nThis is an interactive day\, exploring best practices – including the practical aspects\, cultural and religious considerations\, legal and ethical responsibilities\, funeral planning and discussion\, Sudden unexplained death in childhood and supporting siblings. Through case discussions and practical guidance\, participants will enhance their confidence and competence in delivering compassionate care. \nThis study day offers a sensitive and supportive space to learn\, reflect\, and strengthen your professional practice. \n\nTues 24 Feb 2026 – Christopher’s Hospice\, Guildford\nTues 6 Oct 2026 – Shooting Star House\, Hampton
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/care-after-death/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Christopher’s (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, Old Portsmouth Road\, Artington\, England\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155434
CREATED:20251230T154904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172445Z
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SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session)
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155434
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T172445Z
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SUMMARY:Brain SPACE (virtual session)
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPACE Team — the specialist paediatric palliative care experts from Shooting Star Children’s Hospice for a series of one-hour online teaching sessions\, held on the third Thursday of each month\, from 12:30–1:30 pm. \nEach session focuses on a different aspect of paediatric palliative care\, offering practical insights\, case studies\, and evidence-based approaches to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families. \nDesigned for healthcare and social care professionals\, these bite-sized sessions are a perfect opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and connect.  Recordings will be made available for those who can not attend the live sessions. \n2026 topics\n\nThursday 22 January 2026 – Agitation\nThursday 19 February 2026 – PCAS/ NCAs\nThursday 19 March 2026 – Ethics\nThursday 16 April 2026 – Research\nThursday 21 May 2026 – Bleeding\nThursday 18 June 2026 – Introduction to Symptom Management Plans\nThursday 16 July 2026 – Assessment of Pain\nThursday 20 August 2026 – Neuropathic Pain\nThursday 17 September 2026 – Nociceptive Pain\nThursday 15 October 2026 – Culture and Spirituality in PPC\nThursday 19 November 2026 – Paediatric palliative Care from a Parent’s perspective\nThursday 17 December 2026 – TBC
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/brain-space/2026-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155434
CREATED:20250613T095112Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Research Celebration for Families\, Staff & Trustees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting afternoon celebrating research at Shooting Star. \nListen to some inspiring talks on some of the impactful research projects that are being conducted at Shooting Star. Take part in an interactive workshop where you can contribute and help shape research.\nConnect with others and enjoy a range of refreshments. \nSpaces are limited so please RSVP by 7 July via the RSV button above. (free parking available on-site). \nIf you can no longer attend\, please let us know via ResearchTeam@shootingstar.org.uk so others can join.
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/summer-research-celebration-for-families-staff/
LOCATION:Christopher’s (Shooting Star Children’s Hospices)\, Old Portsmouth Road\, Artington\, England\, GU3 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bereaved dads,Bereaved grandparents,Bereaved mums,Events for bereaved families,Events for healthcare professionals,Events for supported children and families,Supported dads,Supported grandparents,Supported mums
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T155435
CREATED:20240416T094809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T094829Z
UID:77752-1713427200-1713459600@www.shootingstar.org.uk
SUMMARY:Test Professional event
DESCRIPTION:test
URL:https://www.shootingstar.org.uk/event/test-professional-event/
CATEGORIES:Events for healthcare professionals
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