There are still a few places on this course,
offered over the equivalent of 2 weekends.
But you do need to book very soon to secure your place.

May 29 – 31st (Module 1)
June 23 -25th (Module 2)

with Tew Bunnag, Vicente Arraez
Susy Cortés & Jos Hadfield

at Roselidden Farm,
Trevenen Bal, Helston TR13 0PT

Each module cost : non-residential £120 / residential £170
This includes all teaching and food. A non-refundable deposit of £100 is needed to secure your place.

Objectives.
To familiarize with the phases of terminal illness, as well as the needs of the patient and family members.
To understand the role and function of spiritual companionship.
To explore different ways of accompanying.

Methodology.
The training is fundamentally experiential.
Background knowledge, including a bibliography, will be provided, but the emphasis will be on exercises and practices adapted from different spiritual cultures, as well as role playing.

First Module – May 29 -31st
The ill person.
The phases of dying.
The final stage .
Tools for accompanying

Second Module – June 23 – 25th
The Family and the role of family members.
Bereavement.
Skills needed in communicating difficult situations.
Caring for the caring
The tasks of the volunteer.
Ethical issues.

Please contact Jos to book and/or for more information