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How do I speak to a bereaved person?

There are no magic words to take away the pain of losing a loved one. But through your kind words and actions you can make a world of difference to someone grieving a loved one... Say Something... Words often fail us when they matter the most. Even if you’ve been through a bereavement yourself, it […] Read more >

Your Kindness Brings Solace to Mullingar

After working at Mullingar Regional Hospital for years, James had seen his fair share of death and raw grief. But, when the sudden, shocking loss of a close family member brought him to the mortuary at his own place of work, James saw the hospital through new eyes. This is how your generosity and compassion […] Read more >

Thank You! from our Nurses for Night Care

What do your gifts mean to families caring for loved ones who don’t have long left? As Nurse for Night Care, Fiona says: "More than you can know!" The rush of relief that fills Deirdre’s face as she opens the door to Fiona, our specialist Nurse for Night Care, is striking. “She was exhausted,” explains […] Read more >

A National Consultation on the Adult Bereavement Care Framework

The ‘Enhancing Adult Bereavement Care across Ireland’ report was published in 20181and identified a common set of core concerns among those who encounter bereaved people as part of their work. The lack of a common framework for bereavement care in Ireland was identified as a priority area for attention by the report’s project advisory committee (PAC)2. […] Read more >

The Economics of Bereavement in Ireland

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The Irish Hospice Foundation (IHF), as part of its programme of research, invites applications to carry out an exploratory investigation of the economics of bereavement in Ireland. The research is supported by a grant from the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP). More can be read at the Government press […] Read more >

Statement from IHF on dying alone in hospitals and care settings

Many people and staff in care settings have raised concerns regarding any person dying alone in a healthcare setting where family/loved ones are not allowed to visit, or be with the person, at end of life. There is only one chance to get end-of-life care right and we know that dying alone is hugely problematic both for […] Read more >

IRISH RETHINK DEATH AND BEREAVEMENT POST COVID-19

68% OF PEOPLE BELIEVE COVID-19 PANDEMIC HAS MADE IRISH SOCIETY RETHINK THE WAY IT DEALS WITH DEATH AND BEREAVEMENT - New Irish Hospice Foundation survey also shows 89% say being together with extended family and friends is a key part of grieving porocess. - Indepth policy document on dying, death and bereavement presented to political […] Read more >

Beginning at the end

What do I say to someone who is dying? What if I make it worse? These are typical and perfectly normal questions we ask ourselves. When you are dying, you can be the loneliest person in the world. Everyone is talking about you, but no one is talking to you. The Irish Hospice Foundation have […] Read more >

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Fundraising this weekend

Would you like to help us to continue supporting those facing end of life and bereavement during #COVID19, as well as providing guidance and advice for health and social care workers? Here are some things you can do this weekend to support the many fundraising efforts going on all over the country. 1. Join Peter […] Read more >

Annual November Public Information Evening on Bereavement 2018

Our annual November public information evening on bereavement was held on 1st November. This annual event aims to provide information about grief and the range of supports available to bereaved people. The evening opened with an introduction followed by a number of talks and video presentations. Guest speaker Niamh Fitzpatrick (Psychologist, sister of Capt Dara […] Read more >

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