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This year, the Palliative Care Association of Uganda (PCAU) celebrates 25 years of compassionate, holistic, and accessible palliative care to patients and families across Uganda.
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WHO Launches Publication on Long-term Care for Older People
On the 8th of May, the World Health Organization (WHO) hosted a webinar “aimed at guiding towards the integration of long-term care into universal health coverage.”
Reuniting with Roberta!
A full circle moment occurred when Roberta reconnected with an old friend, Antoinette, a palliative care nurse who received a scholarship from the Center of Hospice Care
Celebrating 25 Years of Impact
This year marks a significant milestone for the Palliative Care Association of Uganda (PCAU) as it celebrates 25 years of impactful work in advancing palliative care for all in Uganda.
Roberta’s Visit to Uganda
In February, former CHC staff and current volunteer, Roberta Spencer, visited the team at PCAU. During her time with PCAU, Roberta had busy days working to advance the goals of PCAU.
Advancements in palliative care training and advocacy in Uganda
PCAU underscores that the increasing demand for qualified palliative care nurses, emphasizes the need for more professionals in the field.
The Path for Disability in Palliative Care in Uganda
PCAU has partnered with multiple civil society organizations to evaluate the accessibility of palliative care services for persons living with disabilities.
Journey of Hope
The RTH program profoundly impacts the lives of the children it serves, offering the care and resources essential for a dignified and fulfilling life.
Growth and Compassion in Uganda
This summer, I spent my time completing a field internship through Global Partners in Care (GPIC) with the Hospice Foundation and the Palliative Care Association of Uganda (PCAU).
PCAU’s Advocacy Work and the ADPCN scholarship
The Advance Diploma in Palliative Care Nursing (ADPCN) program is key to building capacity of health workers in palliative care and increasing the personnel offering the service in Uganda.
More from Roberta’s Visit
Roberta extended her trip by a week from her original plan – there was just too much to do in a short time!
Road to Hope Camp Reinforces Theme of “I Can Do It!”
The annual camp and empowerment retreat are special times for the Road to Hope children to gather with one another and to interact with the entire PCAU team.