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Contemplative Care Retreat for Healthcare Professionals
Join a transformative retreat for hospice, palliative care, and healthcare professionals. Learn contemplative care skills from leading experts. March 11-14.
LINE GOGUEN-HUGHES
Jul 21, 2025
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Contemplative Care Retreat for Healthcare Professionals
Who Should Attend This Spiritual Care Training?
This retreat is designed for professionals and volunteers in:
- Hospice and palliative care
- Critical care and emergency medicine
- Gerontology and oncology
- Nursing and general medicine
- Pastoral care and psychology
- Social work and health education
Key Retreat Details
Event Title: Compassion and Presence: Skills Training in Contemplative Care
Dates: March 11-14, 2011
Featured Faculty:
- Christine Longaker (Author of Facing Death and Finding Hope)
- Kirsten DeLeo, MA
- Pam Russell, LMSW
What Makes This Retreat Unique?
- Teaches universal spiritual principles applicable across cultures
- Combines Rigpa's Spiritual Care Education with Naropa University's methods
- Focuses on practical contemplative care skills
How to Register
Visit Rigpa's Spiritual Care Education Program website for more information and registration details.
Note: This event was originally announced on February 25, 2011.