APCC Assoc of Palliative Care Centres

25/06/2026

Looking for a great bargain, your next favourite read, or a one-of-a-kind vintage find?
The Stellenbosch Hospice npc Shop in Borcherd Street offer a shopping experience with heart. Whether you’re browsing the Bargain Shop for hidden gems, hunting for your next bookshop treasure, or exploring the Boutique for beautifully curated fashion pieces, every visit supports compassionate hospice care in the community.
From pre-loved furniture and household items to books, toys, clothing, and standout vintage pieces, there’s always something unexpected waiting to be discovered, and every purchase helps provide comfort and care to patients and families who need it most.
Shop sustainably. Support locally. Make a difference.
Visit the Stellenbosch Hospice Charity Shops:
https://apcc.org.za/the-thrift-shop-collective/stellenbosch-hospice/

22/06/2026

Congratulations! And well deserved.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Penelope Mathe as Greendale House's new Palliative Care Manager.

A valued member of the Greendale House family for many years, Dr. Mathe brings extensive clinical experience, academic excellence and a deep commitment to patient-centred care. Her appointment marks an important new chapter for our organisation as we continue to shape the future of palliative care.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Mathe.

22/06/2026

We offer a range of accredited, holistic training programmes designed for healthcare professionals and those supporting patients and families.
From Introduction to Palliative Care, equipping professionals to assess and manage life-threatening illnesses, to Bereavement Support training that helps individuals and communities cope with loss, these courses focus on improving quality of life for patients and their loved ones.
With flexible online and face-to-face learning options and recognised CPD accreditation, APCC training empowers you with practical skills, ethical insight, and compassionate approaches to care.
Explore the courses and take the next step in your professional journey: https://apcc.org.za/accredited-and-holistic-palliative-care-courses/

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19/06/2026

Through its pop-up thrift stalls, St Bernard's Hospice East London Hospice Shop has cultivated meaningful connections within the community, including with a group of talented and creative students.

One such student, Jonathan Thirlwall, chose to mark his 21st birthday on Youth Day (16 June) by hosting an art exhibition at the Hospice Shop in place of a traditional celebration.

This initiative resulted in a memorable day characterised by creativity, engagement, and a strong sense of community.

APCC commends this inspiring example of youth contributing positively within their community, and extends its congratulations to St Bernard’s Hospice for their innovative and thoughtful approach in making this opportunity possible.
We wish Jonathan continued success in his artistic journey.

16/06/2026

Youth Day reminds us of the power, courage, and humanity of young people, and of our responsibility to protect the dignity and well-being of every child, especially those facing serious illness.
For many children and teenagers living with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions, childhood can become filled with hospital visits, pain, uncertainty, and interrupted milestones. Paediatric palliative care helps ensure that, even in the midst of illness, children can still experience comfort, play, connection, joy, and the simple moments that matter most.
Across South Africa, APCC members, alongside organisations such as Patch SA - Palliative Care for Children South Africa provide compassionate support to children and families navigating complex care journeys, offering pain and symptom management, emotional support, and care that extends beyond the patient to the entire family.
This Youth Day, we honour the resilience of young patients, the love carried by their families, and the healthcare professionals who walk beside them every step of the way.
Find support near you:
https://apcc.org.za/find-a-palliative-care-centre/

11/06/2026

‘Bereavement Support course’
Struggling with offering support in difficult times?
Commencement dates for the next online course: 23 June – 25 August 2026.
The Face-To-Face course runs for a week but can be completed one day per week (for six weeks). The E-Learning course is approximately 2 hours per week over 12 weeks.
Face-to-face courses take place based on demand (when a minimum of 15 people are signed up in a specific region), with a maximum of 25 participants per training session.
The course is suitable for all professionals, qualified counsellors, or experienced lay counsellors in work settings where bereavement support is required or potentially required across South African communities.
SACSSP – 29 CPD points for both face-to-face and e-learning.
For more information, please visit https://apcc.org.za/bereavement-support-course/

09/06/2026

Healthcare systems make funding decisions based on data every day.

But what happens when the outcomes that matter most to patients aren't being measured?

In his latest IT News Africa article, APCC CEO Motlalentoa Motsoane explores why measuring patient outcomes is essential if healthcare systems are to move beyond funding activity and start rewarding value.

Read the article: https://www.itnewsafrica.com/2026/06/healthcare-systems-cannot-fund-what-they-cannot-measure/

OnJune 5, 2026InHealthcare, OpinionHealthcare systems cannot fund what they cannot measure Share your love Every day, healthcare funders make decisions based on data. They know how many patients were admitted to the hospital. They know how many procedures were performed. They know how many days a ho...

09/06/2026

Real strength is taking your health seriously.
Men are often taught to push through pain, stay quiet, and keep going. But looking after your health is not weakness. It’s responsibility.
This Men’s Health Month, the APCC encourages men and boys to take their health seriously: to ask questions, seek support, and not wait until things become critical.
Across South Africa, APCC members provide compassionate palliative care to men facing serious illness, offering pain management, emotional support, home-based care, and dignity throughout every stage of the journey.
No one should have to face illness alone.
Find a palliative care centre near you:
https://apcc.org.za/find-a-palliative-care-centre/

07/06/2026

National Cancer Survivors Day is not only about survival. It’s about the lives rebuilt between treatments, the quiet courage behind closed doors, and the people who continue showing up. Even on the hardest days. Behind every survivor is a network of support: families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and organisations working to ensure that no one faces cancer alone.
At the APCC, we recognise that cancer care does not end with treatment. Through compassionate palliative care, our members help patients live with greater comfort, dignity, and support, improving quality of life at every stage of the journey.
Today, we also recognise the important role played by CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa , whose work spans cancer education, screening awareness, patient care and support services, counselling, medical equipment hire, survivor programmes, and advocacy for improved access to cancer care across South Africa.
Together, we continue advocating for care that sees the whole person. Not only the diagnosis.
Find support near you:
https://apcc.org.za/find-a-palliative-care-centre/

03/06/2026

22 June – 26 August 2026
‘Introduction to Palliative Care for Professionals’
Ready to enhance your skills in palliative care?
Commencement dates for the next online course: 22 June – 26 August 2026 .
With an initial orientation followed by 10 weekly sessions (face-to-face and online), this course is relevant to medical officers, registered professional nurses, social workers, and allied healthcare workers.
Please note - The dates are dependent on confirming 10 or more registered participants. Organisations with 10+ attendees may apply for a potential discount.
For more information, please visit: https://apcc.org.za/introduction-to-palliative-care-for-professionals/