Events

Caru National Virtual Network Events

Our National Virtual Networks are held annually. These Networks are hosted online and provide ongoing professional development and training on topic relevant to palliative, end-of-life and bereavement care.

Palliative Care: It’s Not What You Think

We’re delighted to invite nursing homes to join our next Caru Virtual Network Session, focused on the important topic of demystifying palliative care and conversations for advance care planning.

Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Attendance for this online event is free. Please register via Eventbrite to receive your webinar link.

What to Expect: 
Hear from healthcare professionals and experts in demystifying palliative care

  • Explore the effective communication skills required to facilitate advance care planning conversations in the context of palliative, end-of-life, and bereavement care
  • Learn how planning ahead can support peace of mind for residents, family and staff.

Guest Speakers:
Karie Dennehy: Palliative Care Consultant, Marymount Hospice, Cork
Gemma Flood: Social Work Team Leader/ADM Lead Safeguarding and Protection Team, HSE Dublin & South East

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Regional Networking Events

Each Regional Lead will host a series of in-person networks in your CHO per year. The purpose of the networks is to provide ongoing support and education in palliative, end-of-life and bereavement care for staff. For more information, please contact the Regional Lead for your area.

View the suite of resources available to you on our Participant Resources page.

Our 2026 Regional Networking Events have now ended.