Reflecting on Vulnerability and Resilience in Frontline Practice: A Touchpoint Session

On 20th February 2024, frontline practitioners joined an insightful online "Touchpoint Session" titled "Exploring Vulnerability and Resilience in Frontline Practice." This two-hour event, conducted via Zoom, was facilitated by Dr Aisling McMahon, a respected clinical psychologist, integrative psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor.

Heart of Frontline Practice Touchpoint Series: Delving into Relationship-Based Practice

On 17th October, the Heart of Frontline Practice Alliance hosted a vital online session as part of their Touchpoint Series, focusing on 'Relationship-based practice in social work and social care management'. The event, expertly facilitated by Sylvia Smith, was held from 11am to 1pm and drew on her extensive experience in health and social care.

May 2023 Specialist Workshop

In May 2023, frontline clinicians gathered at Nano Nagle Place in Cork for an enriching specialist workshop titled "Relating to Patients: Connection, Awareness, Relationship, Engagement." Led by Dr. Tom A. Hutchinson, a renowned expert in Whole Person Care from McGill University, Canada, the workshop provided a unique experiential learning opportunity for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.

Heart of Frontline Practice Conference 2023

On May 30th, 2023, frontline practitioners and managers gathered both in-person at the serene Nano Nagle Place in Cork and online for the fourth annual Heart of Frontline Practice Conference. Themed "Connecting with Compassion in Diverse and Complex Settings," this one-day event was an opportunity for professionals to step back from their daily routines and reflect on the impactful nature of their work.

Reflecting on Psychological Safety in Teams:

In the latest instalment of the Heart of Frontline Practice Touchpoint Series, hosted on 28th February 2023 at Northridge House, Blackrock, Cork, frontline practitioners gathered for a vital discussion on “Exploring Psychological Safety in Teams”. The session, led by Dr Maeve Hurley and facilitated by Martin O’Connor, focused on building safe and supportive environments within professional teams.

November 2022 Touchpoint

On Tuesday 15th November, the Heart of Frontline Practice alliance hosted a poignant session at the Northridge Education & Research Centre in Mahon, Cork. This 2.5-hour workshop, led by Dr. Naomi Masheti, focused on 'Inclusive Practice: Breaking the silence around race and mental health'. Dr. Masheti, coordinator of Cork Migrant Centre and a seasoned expert in the psychosocial wellbeing of Sub-Saharan African migrant children, facilitated a deep dive into these critical issues.

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