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THE COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES CENTER OF EXPERTISE (COCO) WANTS TO CREATE A MORE COMPASSIONATE SOCIETY IN WHICH COMMUNITIES HAVE THE CAPACITY AND KNOW-HOW TO PROVIDE CARE FOR THEIR MEMBERS DURING TIMES OF SERIOUS (mental or physical) ILLNESS, DEATH, DYING AND LOSS AND TO TAKE ON THE SOCIAL CHALLENGES ASSOCIATED WITH IT.
Recent News
Solace@work at FERM: inauguration of a place of solace at work
Much is moving in society around bereavement and mourning. So on 20 October, Ferm opened a place of solace in the garden of its headquarters in Wijgmaal. With COCO, we were also present, to help endorse why we think the focus on serious illness, dying and loss in our society is so important.
Inspirational guide for places of solace
Inspirational guide for places of solace (BE) (Link in dutch) In collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Ferm organized a study to gain more insight into what is going on around places of solace, what activities are organized and what is needed.
EU-CoWork
A significant proportion of employees will encounter end-of-Life experiences during their professional life. Such experiences affect employees and their colleagues’ health and wellbeing, but also the work environment in terms of productivity and safety.
Upcoming events
Practical info-Compassionate Week at Vrije Universiteit Brussel
We are excited to announce the 'Compassionate Week' organized by the Compassionate University, taking place from November 13-16 at Vrije Universiteit Brussel.
Practical info-6th COCO Seminar: Grieving in public places
The VUB Compassionate Communities centre of expertise (COCO) is pleased to invite you to their 6th open seminar. This seminar is entirely dedicated to grieving in public spaces.
