Talking about Bereavement

They may forget what's said, but they'll never forget how you made them feel: A paramedic's perspective

In this episode, Clare Tucker talks to Ruth Fisher, lecturer in paramedic science, Queen Margaret University about supporting those who are bereaved in an out of hospital context. Ruth reflects on her 10 years as a paramedic and supporting students dealing with death and bereavement in the course of their work. Ruth also shares how it's okay to be okay as much as it's okay to not be okay.

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 the They may forget what you’ve said, but they will never forget how you made them feel: Perspectives from a paramedic 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 NES. The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.

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Holding Stories, Holding Space: A Healthcare Chaplain’s Reflections on Grief

In this episode, Lynne Innes talks to Suzanne Roberts, a Healthcare Chaplain, about the role of chaplaincy in supporting people through grief and bereavement, focusing on the importance of listening and holding space. Suzanne reflects on her journey from journalism to chaplaincy, highlighting how attentiveness to stories and presence translates into spiritual care.

During this episode, reference is made to NHS Education for Scotland’s Spiritual Care: A multi-faith resource for healthcare staff.

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 the Holding Stories, Holding Space: A Healthcare Chaplain’s Reflections on Grief 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 NES. The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.

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A conversation with the founder of No-one Dies Alone Ayrshire

In this episode, Dr Clare Tucker talks to Linda McCurrach, the founder of No-one Dies Alone Ayrshire who discusses her life and work, the motivation for starting the charity and how the charity has developed considerably since 2018. 

Find out more about No-one Dies Alone Ayrshire. 

This podcast deals with issues related to death and bereavement and were created for health and social care staff: caution is advised for those who are not health and social care staff 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.

Please note the views and perspectives expressed by guests on the podcast do not necessarily represent those of NES.

The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.

Access the A conversation with the founder of No-one Dies Alone Ayrshire transcript on our website. 

Let us know what you think about our podcast by completing the Talking About Bereavement feedback form.