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Talking about Bereavement Podcast from the NHS Education for Scotland Bereavement Education Programme.
In this podcast, we will talk about bereavement by sharing with you some of the work and learning our team is involved in, as well as hearing from our guests who will share their own thoughts and reflections on bereavement. Our purpose is to put people at the heart of bereavement care combined with a values-based aim to support health and social care staff to do that for the people in their care.
Please note the views and perspectives expressed by guests on the podcast do not necessarily represent those of NES.
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Thursday May 28, 2026
Thursday May 28, 2026
In this episode, Dr Clare Tucker talks to Dr Erin Thompson, Founder and Director, Loss Foundation / Clinical Psychologist who shares how her personal experience of loss led her to found The Loss Foundation – the UK’s only charity specialising in support for people bereaved by cancer. Erin shares how health and social care staff can build confidence rather than seek perfection when talking to those who are bereaved. Erin highlights the importance of acknowledgement, honest conversations and the value of group-based support.
Please visit The Loss Foundation website for further information.
This podcast deals with issues related to death and bereavement and was created for health and social care staff. Caution is advised as some may find the themes upsetting. If this content might disturb you or those around you, please reconsider listening or accessing the podcast transcript.
Access a transcript of Building confidence rather than perfection episode, which can be found on our website.
Please note the views and perspectives expressed by guests on the podcast do not necessarily represent those of PSD Scotland. The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
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