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Everyone has a slightly different attitude to books.
Some give them the white glove treatment.
Others break the spine.
Or use book marks.
Write in the margins.
Or have 'post it notes'.
I am a corner turner. Top of the page for something to read again. Bottom for an 'extra'
important passage.

The amount of angles in this one is a reflection of how important a read it is.

As someone who had a loved one who also had a fondness for hats, and in later years kaftans, it was an opportunity to learn about a fellow wonderful, colourful man who was loved
So very much.

As the 'predominant' person involved in his care I shared some of the frustrations particularly around information sharing. I was 'lucky' though. When well and unwell John was able to voice that he wanted me involved. I know that was often
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Some #AMHP students have been using #HeDiedWaiting on their course. They made #PledgeForTim and I am so heartened by them. Please do read the thread.

“Not seeing the person just as ill  - making sure I include the family to find out their history /who they are.” 1/
“Involving the person in the decision  - making sure they have enough information and resources”

“Not losing the individuality of the the person - a willingness to stand in their shoes”

“ A person centred approach - talking to others “
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“Always asking the family what the person is like when they are well”

‘Giving quality time to the assessment - making sure I explain”

“To listen, to hear, to understand”

“Know the power of language - if that person is quirky or has ambitions make sure I say who they are”
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Here are all the #PledgeForTim from the webinar with @SiobhanMaclean and @SW_student_con I will pop them on Padlet later. Thank you everyone for these lovely pledges. I am humbled. #HeDiedWaiting padlet.com/caroline_aldri… 1/
Helen- to listen
David- to ask my friend with diabetes how their treatment is going
Becky- to listen and see the person
Razia- to connect more with people around me
Kealy- as my trams apprentice mentors how they are feeling and offer tea and a chat
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Risi- to offer more than one follow up appointment
Sheehan- to really listen and understand what is being said to me
Dionne- to be there for others
Sherilyn-to do something similar to counting fish. Take time and really reflect.
Kulchuma-Place the individual at the heart
3/
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Had more amazing feedback from readers of #HeDiedWaiting. Unanimous that the book should be used in the education of social work, mental health, and health and social care students. I agree. Can you help me achieve this? RTs appreciated. 1/
I have some postcards (set 2) with quotes from #HeDiedWaiting to giveaway. See learningsocialworker.com for details. These are great for supporting values-based discussions. A teaching resource for social work/nursing PEs, mentors, lecturers using the postcards is coming soon. 2/
Thanks to the generosity of people I have some sponsored copies of #HeDiedWaiting to gift to people. Don’t be shy-if you,or someone you know, would benefit from a copy but cannot afford to buy please DM me. Please RT 3/
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Had a lovely email from a reader: ‘I have just read your book. I couldn’t put it down and will probably read all or parts of it again in the future. #HeDiedWaiting 1/
If only I had known how many others shared my experience it would have made a difference. It felt a lonely and shameful place at the time. 2/
I was overwhelmed with sadness for our losses and those of so many more. But also beyond taken with your bravery in writing #HeDiedWaiting and articulating what I feel on so many levels. 3/
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Last night I attended the book launch for #HeDiedWaiting
I am yet to read, but from the excerpts alone can say this book will be valuable for anyone working within (or researching) health and social care.
learningsocialworker.com/product-page/b…
@waiting_he
The author, @CarolineAldrid5 is committed to pushing for change within the system and has even provided free resources online for practitioners: learningsocialworker.com/single-post/co… #HeDiedWaiting @waiting_he
The book launch was a virtual space with many being part of the "silent army of bereaved relatives" that @CarolineAldrid5 spoke of. Many are still fighting for justice, including @MelanieLeahy please sign her petition: chng.it/5ckz2pPRy8 #MatthewsCampaign #HeDiedWaiting
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