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The first social work organization in end-of-life and palliative care…

SWHPN was created to bridge the gaps in social work’s access to information, knowledge, education, training, and research in hospice and palliative care. Read our story →

Read the Press Release from the 2013 SWHPN General Assembly:

Short version (pdf)

Long version (pdf/online)

Advancing Psychosocial Palliative Care
1st Annual SWHPN General Assembly
March 11-12, 2013
Marriott at the Convention Center, New Orleans, LA

Click  here to see photographs from the SWHPN General Assembly.

Learn more about this interdisciplinary conference featuring presentations on key issues and innovations in psychosocial practice, education, research and policy.

Become a Member of SWHPN and receive:

  • Free access to all issues of the Journal of Social Work in End-of-Life and Palliative Care
  • Discounted registration to the SWHPN Webinar Series
  • 24/7 online access to a members-only virtual community of practice
  • Expert advice from our “Hear from the Experts” online series
  • First looks at professional conferences for social workers in the field
  • Opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and more…

SWHPN Online Learning Center

View webinars on topics such as…

  • Family Decision Making at End-of-Life
  • Understanding Sensuality, Physical Intimacy and Romance in Hospice and Palliative Care

Link for SWHPN Members to Online Learning Center. Non-members can access the webinars at the SWHPN Online Store.

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