Marie Curie Spotlight On...
A series of free in-person learning events for health and social care professionals in the East of England.
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At Marie Curie, we're committed to opening up the conversation and increasing understanding on important issues relating to dying, death and bereavement. That's why we're hosting a series of new, fully funded, expert-led learning forums for health and social care workers in the East of England, kicking off with:
Spotlight on... anticipatory medicines
2-4pm, Thursday 16 March 2023
Holiday Inn Basildon, Cranes Farm Road, Waterfront Walk, Basildon, SS14 3DG
Ever wondered what 'just in case' or 'anticipatory' medicines are for and how they should be used? Are your patients concerned about having them at home?
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Event details
Programme
| 1.15pm | Registration |
| 2pm | Welcome and introduction |
| 2.05pm | Anticipatory medicines explained Anita Brain, Clinical Nurse Manager, Marie Curie |
| 2.30pm | Anticipatory medicines in practice Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant with experience of anticipatory medicines on a professional and personal level |
| 3pm | Café conversations Discussion and networking at tables with refreshments |
| 3.50pm | Further resources |
| 4pm | Close |
Speaker
Anita Brain
Clinical Nurse Manager, Marie Curie
Anita qualified as a nurse in 1995 and has over 25 years of experience in a variety of different settings, including the care home sector. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Specialist Nursing Practice (Oncology) as well as a Level 5 Leadership and Management Award. Anita joined Marie Curie in the East of England in August 2022 and manages a team of Marie Curie healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality end of life care to patients and their families in the region, including South West Essex. She has a passion for improving palliative care provision, enabling people to live their final days with dignity and passing on her knowledge and skills to others.