In this episode, Dr Clare Tucker talks to Martin Jeffrey, Funeral service professional / Embalming and Post-mortem Reconstruction Specialist / Mortuary Operations Manager who shares how his work supports families who are bereaved. He explains that reconstruction makes it possible for families to view the deceased and say goodbye – providing an important sense of closure that can support the grieving process. Through powerful examples from his career, Martin highlights the lasting impact this can have on families and emphasises the importance of treating those who have died with dignity, respect and compassion.
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A transcript for this podcast can be found here.
This animation is one example of the short educational videos NES have produced for health and social care professionals around bereavement - please visit our video wall to see more.
Discussing dying is something most of us shy away from. The potential discomfort is not just in the patient’s mind - it’s also likely to be in the minds of the professionals who are looking after them. This NES video aims to help healthcare professionals discuss dying openly and honestly with their patients.
Two downloadable leaflets which accompany the video can be found here: summary leaflet and detailed leaflet.
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