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UK’s Leading End of Life Care Providers Celebrated at National GSF Awards
September 24, 2026
Celebrating 147 organisations making a difference in end of life care across the UK.
More than 100 Care Homes recognised for excellence in end of life care
September 9, 2026
102 care homes achieve GSF accreditation or reaccreditation in 2026, as recognition extends across health and social care settings.
Why End of Life Doulas Matter
July 30, 2026
Understanding the role of end of life doulas and the difference they make to people, families and communities.
Celebrating GSF teams at the 2026 Palliative & End of Life Care Awards
July 9, 2026
Highlighting the commitment and impact of teams delivering outstanding end of life care for people and families.
Advance Care Planning: What Matters Most
July 1, 2026
Advance Care Planning is about more than future decisions – it is about understanding what matters most to each person and ensuring their wishes, values, and preferences are heard, respected, and reflected in their care.
Mindfulness and Staff Confidence: Supporting Those Who Care
June 5, 2026
Mindfulness can help health and social care professionals build confidence, resilience, and wellbeing, enabling them to manage the challenges of end of life care while providing compassionate, person-centred support.
Meaningful Connections
May 14, 2026
Meaningful connections are at the heart of high-quality end of life care. This blog explores how trust, empathy and communication can help improve quality of life in the last months of life.
Dying Matters Awareness Week 2026: Why Talking About Death and Dying Matters
May 10, 2026
Why conversations about death and dying matter — reflections from Dying Matters Awareness Week 2026.
Communication in End of Life Care
April 13, 2026
Practical ways to build trust, listen with empathy, and support meaningful conversations at the end of life.
Supporting People with Dementia at the End of Life
March 17, 2026
Supporting people with dementia at the end of life requires compassion, planning, and skilled care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and the right support throughout.