AIIHPC

06/10/2026

Our October newsletter is out now
Catch up on the latest news and highlights from the All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care, including:

-The success of Palliative Care Week 2026, with almost 80 events taking place across the island
-New research showing that 8 in 10 adults in the Republic of Ireland want access to palliative care if they or a loved one need it
-Highlights from our hugely successful All Island Palliative Care Practice Conference in Newry, attended by 280 people
-Congratulations to our Best Abstract and Best Poster winners
-Catch up on Palliative Care Week webinars and conference presentations
-Find out more about the Palliative Care Hub, formerly The Palliative Hub, and the resources available for patients, carers, and professionals

A big thank you to everyone who contributed to and supported Palliative Care Week 2026, a wonderful example of what can be achieved through collaboration and a shared commitment to improving palliative care across the island.

Read the October newsletter and explore the latest resources and updates: https://ow.ly/P0oA50ZUUmf

02/10/2026

Curious about working in Specialist Palliative Care?
Join the All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care for an informative webinar designed for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists on Tuesday, 6th October 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Hear career stories from clinicians across grades, explore person-centred and collaborative practice, and discover the rewarding opportunities within Specialist Palliative Care. The webinar will also highlight the distinctive, holistic nature of rehabilitative palliative care and include a patient experience video and audience Q&A.

Interested in learning more? Register here

28/09/2026

Last Wednesday, Hospice Alliance Northern Ireland launched With the end in mind at the Long Gallery, Stormont, a shared vision for equitable, high-quality and sustainable hospice and palliative care across Northern Ireland.

Bringing together Evora Hospice Care, Foyle Hospice, Marie Curie Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Hospice, including Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice, the report highlights the vital role hospices play in supporting patients, families and loved ones, as well as the wider Health and Social Care system.

With demand for palliative care expected to grow, the vision focuses on three key pillars: equity, quality and sustainability, with priorities including access, care closer to home, workforce, sustainable funding, and partnership and innovation.

The shared ambition is simple: that everyone who could benefit from palliative care receives the right support, at the right time and in the right place.

Read the Vision Report and Executive Summary: https://ow.ly/wJS950ZSfXN

25/09/2026

Join us on Thursday, 5 November for this HSE Webinar which will provide an overview of the HSE National Adult Palliative Care Policy Implementation Plan, progress to date and next steps to support the implementation of the policy.
This webinar is targeted at all healthcare staff interested in the Implementation Plan which will shortly be available on the HSE website. The webinar will be hosted by the HSE’s partners, the All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care.
Registration is now open at https://tinyurl.com/HSE-Webinar

17/09/2026

We were delighted to join Pavee Point today, for the launch of a new Palliative Care Leaflet for Travellers, which has been developed by the Primary Health Care for Travellers Project (PHCTP), in collaboration with AIIHPC. The resource will help to ensure that Travellers receive health supports with accessible and culturally appropriate information.

Melanie Nugent, Interim CEO, AIIHPC said:
"Our work to increase access to palliative care by connecting with many organisations to raise awareness of palliative care, such as Pavee Point, is a priority for us, so it was my great pleasure to be here today to launch the palliative care information booklet.
I want to acknowledge the work of our colleagues, Paula Pinto and David Kavanagh in bringing this collaboration to this point and we are committed to continuing to grow our connections with Pavee Point into the future."
Read the leaflet here- https://tinyurl.com/palliativecarePaveePt.

12/09/2026

As we conclude Palliative Care Week 2026, we wanted to share this beautiful poem from Karina Waters, AIIHPC Voices4Care volunteer. Karina wrote these words to express what palliative care means to her, in memory of her daughter, Karina and mother, Bernie. Thank you all 💗

10/09/2026

Music Therapy with Dr James Burns helps Reuben Fay, who attends CHI, Temple Street by supporting him and his Mum, Nikita who is Reuben's full time carer. Nikita says that Reuben benefits a lot from music therapy and although he is non-verbal, it helps him express what he likes and does not like. https://www.rte.ie/news/health/2026/0909/1590896-chi-music-therapy/

Children's Health Ireland is looking to challenge the perception that palliative care is only about end of life care, with music therapy providing emotional, social and spiritual support to patients.

09/09/2026

Palliative care means something different to every person who experiences it.

For Palliative Care Week, Rhoda shares her story and reflects on her experience with Evora Hospice

Watch Rhoda’s story and hear what palliative care has meant to her.

09/09/2026

Every Life, Every Place: Tackling Inequality in Palliative Care

Join us today at the Palliative Care Research Forum Northern Ireland conference at Ulster University Belfast, as it brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, community organisations and people with lived experience.

With thought-provoking talks and discussions exploring health inequalities, death literacy, LGBTQIA+ palliative care, rural communities, research participation and more, it’s an important opportunity to learn, connect and share ideas.

09/09/2026

For Sean Brennan, the support from Galway HospiceHospice is about much more than care.

In this Palliative Care Week video, Sean shares his experience of palliative care and the difference that support has made.

Watch Sean’s story to learn more about the impact palliative care can have on patients and their families.