# Event Details - **Event Name**: Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: 22nd & 23rd October 2026 2 day courseAbout this EventIntroductionThis course aims to develop your skills and confidence when communicating with patients and families at the end of life. This course requires contribution from participants for a range of activities which may include the use of role play and working with an actor.This Study Day is aimed at:Suitable for experienced registered healthcare professionals, who are having challenging conversations with palliative patients and their families.We use a range of experiential techniques to:To understand the importance of effective communication and the consequences of poor communicationIdentify blocking and facilitating strategies used when communicatingExplore the impact of these strategies on communication at the end of lifeHelp participants to develop competence and confidence to discuss emotional concerns with patients and familiesPractice communication skillsExplore the skills used when dealing with difficult scenarios at the end of lifeHelp participants feel more confident to have end of life discussions with patients and familiesDiscuss approaches to advance care planning discussionsExplore the impact of working with patients at the end of life on the professional, and look at strategies to manage thisLocation: Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice, Cherry Hinton Road, Shelford Bottom, Cambridge, CB22 3FB. The Education & Conference Centre at the hospice is fully accessible for wheelchair users and those with disabilities, The Centre is on the first floor accessible by a lift.Directions and Visitor Parking to the Education & Conference CentreBy Car: If you are using Sat Nav please use the P&R postcode CB22 3 AB as some sat navs do not currently recognise the location of the new hospice. A map with directions is avaialbe at http://www.arhc.org.uk/contact-us.asp.Car Parking: Delegates and visitors to the Education & Conference Centre should park at the Babraham Road Park and Ride located next to the hospice and use the footpath to the centre. Car parking at the Park and Ride is free for up to 18 hours. The car park at the Hospice is reserved for patients, families and Blue Badge holders only.By Public Transport/Taxi: Cambridge railway station is approximately 3 miles from the Hospice. Taxis are available outside the entrance to the station or buses run from the city centre/railway station/Addenbrookes to the Babraham Park & Ride. Once at the Park & Ride, walk towards the vehicular entrance to access the pedestrian footpath to the hospice. http://cambridgeparkandride.info/babrahamroad.shtmlCycling: There are secure bicycle racks at the front of the hospice.How can I contact the organiser with any questions?Contact the Education Team on 01223 675801 or education@arhc.org.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cambridge/advanced-communication-skills-in-palliative-care-2-days/100001989368079478 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, business, workshops, conferences, sports, art, theatre, trips-adventures, cycling - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 550, max: 550, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Cambridge - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity - **lat**: 52.167646 - **long**: 0.1616470000000163 - **full address**: Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f533fe7b0cc2c23be3d5c8b4cbb63ea3e5ed834e1418694297280770a85d7318-rimg-w1200-h625-dcfdfdfd-gmir.jpg?v=1779972376 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) being held? - **A:** Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am to Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Education & Conference Centre, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days)? - **A:** Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) is organized by Education Team, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Advanced Communication Skills in Palliative Care (2 days) is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cambridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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