Join us for our training series supporting small businesses in East England with practical advice and support around terminal illness, death and bereavement.
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About the programme
The Compassionate Workplaces programme helps employers support staff affected by terminal illness or grief, equipping managers with the tools they need to help their teams. Providing employees with better support can help prevent bigger issues, boost productivity and grow loyalty.
Training modules
Module one: Managing terminal illness at work – for managers
Employers have a duty of care to all their staff, yet they rarely consider the specific needs of team members affected by terminal illness. We'll provide advice on how to respond with flexibility and compassion.
Module two: Managing grief and bereavement at work – for managers
Over half of employees would consider leaving their employer if treated badly following a bereavement, yet just one in three employers has a policy in place. We'll look at what your company can do to handle grief better at work – from developing a bereavement policy to guidance for managers.
Module three: Understanding grief and bereavement
Grief affects everyone differently. Understanding grief can help us process our own experiences, and support colleagues who've been bereaved. We'll provide advice on how to talk to someone at work who is recently bereaved and how to help them access further support.
Module four: Planning ahead
Talking about death and dying can be challenging. But whatever stage you're at, planning ahead can be helpful – for you and those close to you. We'll look at how to open up the conversation and at key things to consider – from power of attorney, Wills and funeral wishes to advance care plans.
