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World Hospice & Palliative Care Day

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josh
on October 9, 2008
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The first ever World Hospice and Palliative Care Day took place in October 2005 with more than 1,100 events taking place in 74 countries. It was launched by HRH Princess Anne in London, supported by Archbishop Desmond Tutu who described it as “an important global event”.

In 2006, high profile figures Bono and Sir Elton John marked the event by expressing their support for hospice care, and in 2007 Dame Judi Dench added her voice to the campaign.

This World Hospice and Palliative Care day coming up on October 11, let’s adjust the light and shade surrounding the issues of death and dying, and consider palliative care as an inspiring, special and precious time for all concerned.

A wise man from our Palliative Care Information Services (PCIS) team here at Karuna once said, “The problem with palliative care is half the population doesn’t know what it is, and those who do know, don’t want to know what it is”.

Dying is an essential part of all life, the only thing not certain is when. Home palliative care gives the terminally ill time with their loved ones in the comfort and familiar surroundings of their home to share stories, celebrate their lives and speak the words of their hearts.

Thousands of people around the world will be staging events to raise awareness and fundraise for hospice and palliative care services locally, nationally and internationally to mark this annual global event.

To find out more, log on to the World Hospice & Palliative Care Day Website or call 07 3632 8300.

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Ride For Karuna

Published
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josh
on September 29, 2008
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Hello Karuna Supporters,

My name is Jennifer and I recently came to Karuna as a marketing officer. Some of my new responsibilities include organising volunteers for our events, helping with fundraising and liaising with the media.

You may have already heard that Karuna supporters can now raise money with Everyday Hero using the fundraising tool of their choice. Many of us are now joining the National Ride to Work Day on 15th October and asking friends and family to sponsor our participation as a way to raise money for Karuna.

And here’s why.

Experience the sense of freedom as you pass others driving to work or cooped up on public transport. Feel the sun beating down on your back while the wind rushes in your ears. Listen to the sounds of the park as you make your way to work. Fill your lungs with fresh air and arrive to work rejuvenated. Sound good? Riding your bike to work each day is wonderful news for your health, friendly to the environment, cheap, and it boosts your mind for the day. Not only this, but riding to work is a brilliant way to multi-task your commute to work with your daily 30 minutes of exercise!

You can get involved by dusting off your bike and registering yourself as a Karuna hero at Everyday Hero, which will set up an account on your behalf so your sponsors can add funds. You can then log on to Ride2Work and join in the fun, knowing that it is all going towards a great cause. Or, if you don’t feel up to it yourself, why not suggest this great activity to any bike enthusiasts you might know?

Nervous about getting back into it? There are some great words of advice on the site, or call me on (07) 3632 8300 with any questions. You can also email me with any questions here.

Happy Cycling!

Jennifer