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April, 2024 “Physia W Assal”: A Unique Experience and an Outstanding Performance Supporting SANAD
As part of its ongoing performances, the play “Physia W Assal,” directed by Lina Khoury and starring Rita Hayek and Alain Saadeh, graced the stage of Al Madina Theatre on Saturday evening, April 27. This special performance was dedicated to supporting SANAD, delivering an unforgettable artistic experience in every sense of the word. The hall was packed with art enthusiasts ...
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March, 2024 Participating in the SAID NGO Walkathon for Colon Cancer Awareness
SANAD participated in the walkathon organized by SAID NGO to raise awareness on colon cancer. Our team took the opportunity to spread awareness about SANAD’s mission and services, while also raising funds through the sale of SANAD’s Children’s Book, branded bracelets, and MaskRoo, our innovative wrist wallet. Engaging with the community and fellow NGOs, we sparked meaningful conversations on end-of-life ...
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March, 2024 Participating in the Women’s Day Event at University of Balamand – Dekweneh Campus
SANAD was invited to participate in the Women’s Day Event at University of Balamand – Dekweneh Campus. We engaged with the students and attendees from the university staff, raising awareness on SANAD’s mission and the significance of hospice care. Through meaningful interactions, we fostered awareness and support. We are grateful for the opportunity to advocate for compassionate care and quality ...
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December, 2023 Organizing an Awareness Session at Oasis De Vie
SANAD organized a comprehensive awareness session on palliative care. Held at Oasis De Vie, this session aimed to equip and empower healthcare staff with essential knowledge and best practices in palliative care. Through engaging discussions and an informative presentation, SANAD facilitated an enriching learning experience, emphasizing the importance of holistic support and comfort for individuals facing terminal illnesses. This session ...
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November, 2023 Palliative Care Generalist Training for Taawon Lebanon
SANAD hosted a generalist palliative care training session for nurses affiliated with Taawon Lebanon, an independent non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Palestinians through impactful developmental programs in Lebanon and Palestine. The interactive training, tailored to address the unique needs of patients in palliative care, emphasized essential practices and approaches. Through this partnership with Taawon Lebanon, SANAD continues its commitment to ...
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November, 2023 Participating in the National Cancer Plan NGOs meeting hosted by the Ministry of Public Health
SANAD was invited to participate in the National Cancer Plan NGOs meeting hosted by the Ministry of Public Health. We presented our communications strategy approach to hospice care to a number of NGOs pertaining to cancer-related topics in Lebanon, and attended the presentations of their own strategies on communicating their missions, all in a common goal to increase awareness and ...
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October, 2023 Participating in The National Conference on Palliative Care
SANAD, The Home Hospice organization of Lebanon, was invited to participate in the National Conference on Palliative Care, themed ‘Dignity in Palliative Care at End-of-Life.’ This significant event took place at the Halim and Aida Daniel Academic Hall Building, forming part of the Palliative Care Program organized by the Medical Center at the American University of Beirut. At this conference, ...
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October, 2023 Discussion Circle on End of Life Matters at Rafik Hariri University Hospital
SANAD, in collaboration with RHUH, organized a community group discussion circle on end-of-life matters. The discussion circle likely served as a safe space for community members to openly talk about various aspects related to end-of-life care, including advance care planning, palliative care, decision-making processes, religious or cultural considerations, and emotional support for both patients and their families.
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October, 2023 “Improving the Mental Health of Terminally-ill Patients and their Caregivers” Workshop with LPA
SANAD delivered a workshop titled “Improving the Mental Health of Terminally-ill Patients and their Caregivers” to members of the Lebanese Psychological Association. This workshop aimed to address the unique emotional and psychological challenges faced by individuals diagnosed with terminal illnesses and their families, providing insights and strategies for mental health professionals to support them on their difficult journey.
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October, 2023 Interview with Noursat
Saria Gerges, Head of the Nursing Unit at SANAD, and Najah Raya, Communications Officer at SANAD, spoke with Noursat during the morning show, on SANAD’s mission and end of life matters.
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September, 2023 Yoga Retreat in Support of SANAD
A meaningful retreat organized by Monique Rizkalla and Hania Rayyes Boustani , blending the tranquility of yoga, the cultural richness of Bcharri, and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Qannoubin Valley, all in support of SANAD’s mission. A session of serene yoga, a profound visit to the Jibran Khalil Jibran Museum, and an invigorating hike through the breathtaking Qannoubin Valley, forging ...
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August, 2023 Home Hospice Care Training at Imam Sadr Foundation – Tyre
Home Hospice Care Training to Imam Sadr Foundation (ISF) from Tyre. SANAD has started the theoretical and practical phases of training for a home based hospice care model given to ISF, from Tyre, whereby members of the association are receiving training sessions from SANAD’s interdisciplinary team, as well as accompanying the team on their visits to the homes of our ...
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July, 2023 Launch of the National Cancer Program
SANAD, The Home Hospice Organization of Lebanon took part in the formulation and launch of Lebanon’s National Cancer Plan 2023 – 2028. During the plan’s official unveiling at the Government Palace, SANAD’s Founding President, Mrs. Lubna Izziddin, represented SANAD alongside other distinguished panelists to discuss the impact of the plan on the national level. The event was held under the ...
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July, 2023 Palliative Care Generalist Training in KSA
SANAD, in collaboration with the Saudi Society for Palliative Care and the Saudi Cancer Society, conducted a palliative care generalist training at the Saudi Society of Palliative Care’s third conference on the 8th, 9th, and 10th of July. Participants received the training online and through physical attendance. This training was funded by Zain and Huawei
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June, 2023 Najwa Karam in Kuwait in Support of SANAD and Beit Abdullah
Lebanese superstar Najwa Karam dedicated a magical evening of her most loved songs in a concert in support of SANAD and Beit Abdullah’s children’s hospital in Kuwait. In a heartfelt speech, Najwa Karam shared her personal experience with SANAD, and urged the audience to support the cause of palliative care.
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June, 2023 Lecture on Women’s Health and Hormones at the Beqaa Wellness Club
SANAD’s Wellness Club in Beqaa (SWCB) held its first activity, and it was a success! The club had the privilege of hosting a thought-provoking lecture by health coach Maisa Zureikat, shedding light on the importance of hormonal balance for women. From understanding the impact of hormones on our bodies to embracing self-care, this enlightening session left the attendees feeling empowered ...
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May, 2023 Annual Retreat
SANAD’s team held their annual retreat last Wednesday in the enchanting city of Byblos: A day filled to the brim with collaboration and teamwork as each unit presented its meticulous plans for the remaining half of 2023, its long-term preparations for 2024, and celebrated remarkable achievements. We dedicated ourselves to team building and capacity building activities, fostering a stronger bond ...
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May, 2023 Establishment of the Beqaa Wellness Club
A group of dedicated SANAD supporters from different walks of life in Beqaa got together to establish the Beqaa Wellness Club. This club intends to organize various wellness activities and workshops to raise funds and awareness for SANAD’s mission.
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May, 2023 Fundraising Dinner in Byblos
Influencer Nana Ghaleb organized and hosted a fundraising and awareness raising dinner in support of SANAD, the Home Hospice Organization of Lebanon, at the Byblos Palace.
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May, 2023 Awareness Raising Day in Beqaa
SANAD’s team in Beqaa met with Dr. Pierre Anhouri, international technical expert and advisor of HE Dr. Firas Abiad, Lebanese Minister of Public Health. The team introduced Dr. Pierre to SANAD’s mission and service, and discussed ways to raise awareness on this mission. The team also met with SANAD’s support committee in Beqaa, to devise a communications plan for raising ...
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May, 2023 SANAD’s Head of Quality, Research, and Development Unit Elected as VP of the Lebanese Association of Palliative Care Nurses
Farah Demachkieh, head of the quality, research, and development unit at SANAD, was elected as vice president of the Lebanese Association of Palliative Care Nurses, which was launched under the direction of the Lebanese Order of Nurses.
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April, 2023 SANAD Wins the Award for Palliative Care Leadership Programmes 2023 by the European Palliative Care Academy (EUPCA)
SANAD was selected by the European Palliative Care Academy (EUPCA) to receive the Award for Palliative Care Leadership Programmes 2023, for its “Capacity and Model Building Programs” project. Our award winning programs aims at supporting and enabling other institutions to create their own palliative care service programs and improving the palliative care knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals from diverse ...
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April, 2023 PSEA Training to SANAD’s Team by ABAAD
SANAD’s team received a PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) by Abaad, as part of SANAD’s commitment towards creating a safe and respectful work environment that promotes dignity, respect, and gender equality
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April, 2023 Mini-Documentary on SANAD by Alaraby TV
SANAD was featured in a docuseries episode made by AlAaraby TV, which shed light on SANAD’s mission, one of its patients, and the team.
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March, 2023 Generalist Training in Palliative Care in Kuwait
With the support of Zain Telecom and Huawei Mobile, SANAD conducted a generalist training in palliative care to health care professionals from Dar Al Shifaa and DHAMAN hospitals. The training was conducted by representatives of SANAD’s interdisciplinary units over 3 days and was attended by 60 healthcare professionals, it covered the holistic approach of palliative care covering the physical, social, ...
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March, 2023 Interview with Bloomberg
Lubna Izziddin, SANAD’s Founding President, was hosted by Bloomberg to talk about SANAD’s mission in light of the current economical crisis in Lebanon.
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December, 2022 Interview with Beirut Buzz Podcast
Najah Raya, Communications Officer at SANAD, spoke with Beirut City Guide’s “Beirut Buzz podcast” SANAD’s mission and end of life matters.
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November, 2022 Training Sanabel Nour Association from Tripoli
SANAD conducted a theoretical and practical training for a home based hospice care model given to Sanabel Nour Association, from Tripoli, whereby members of the association received training sessions from SANAD’s interdisciplinary team, as well as accompanying the team on their visits to the homes of our hospice patients, to receive practical training. The training, funded by the World Health ...
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November, 2022 Nomination for the WHO Sasakawa Prize
That SANAD was nominated for the SASAKAWA Health Prize, awarded by the the World Health Organization, to individuals, institutions, and organizations for their innovative efforts in the development of health worldwide. SANAD was nominated by HE Dr. Firas Abiad.
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November, 2022 Presentation about Palliative Care at the AUB Nursing Student Society
On the occasion of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, SANAD’s Head of the Quality, Research, and Development unit, Farah Demachkieh, was invited by the AUB Nursing Student Society to give a presentation about palliative care.
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October, 2022 Interview with Mariam TV
Nursing Director at SANAD, Mrs. Zeinab Zebara, was invited by Mariam TV to raise awareness on SANAD’s mission.
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October, 2022 Music and Poetry Night – Paris
SANAD, this time in collaboration with Mir’a, on the 14th of October where they filled the hall of Salle Cortot in Paris with cheers, tears, and applause. A magical evening brought to life by Charbel Rouhana and Anis Chouchene. The event was sponsored by Zain Telecom and Huawei Technologies.
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October, 2022 Interview with Radio Orient
Ayman Abdou, Head of Management Unit at SANAD, spoke with Loïc Barrière from Radio Orient about SANAD’s mission.
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October, 2022 Interview with Al Araby TV
SANAD’s founding president, Mrs. Lubna Izziddin, was invited on the Morning Show on Al Araby TV, to raise awareness on SANAD’s mission.
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September, 2022 Theoretical Training and Practical Observership for Health Care Professionals at Rumailah Hospital and the Home Healthcare Services at HMC – Qatar
Co-funded and endorsed by World Innovation Summit for Health – WISH and Hamad Medical Corporation and in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Disease International and Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance, SANAD conducted a theoretical training and practical observership for health care professionals at Rumailah hospital and the home healthcare services at HMC for the aim of starting a hospital and home based ...
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September, 2022 Presenting SANAD’s Bereavement Program at the IPOS 2022
Zeina Ramadan, from SANAD’s mental health unit, presented SANAD’s bereavement program during the International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS) 2022 world congress.
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July, 2022 Documentary Screening
SANAD’s team gathered for a screening of the documentary Watch Over Me, an award-winning, thought-provoking documentary about a Delhi palliative care team visiting terminally ill cancer patients at home. After the screening, the team discussed around the movie and shared relevant experiences over Knafeh. SANAD is committed towards building the capacity and knowledge of its team in their scope of ...
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May, 2022 Capacity Building Sessions for the Team
SANAD’s team attended two capacity building sessions on assessment and management of delirium, insomnia, depression and anxiety in palliative care by Dr. Paul Noufi, medical director of the palliative care section at Medstar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore Maryland USA.
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May, 2022 Team Visit to Kuwait
SANAD’s team, represented by the organization’s founding president, Lubna Izziddin, Nursing Director Zainab Zibara, and the Head of the Quality, Research and Development Unit Farah Demachkieh and Psychologist Zeina Ramadan, visited Kuwait on the 16th of this month. The visit included various stops that varied between training and raising awareness about palliative care and networking with members of the Kuwaiti ...
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May, 2022 Annual Retreat
On May 9th, 2022, SANAD’s team gathered at the Club Hippique Libanais for its annual retreat. SANAD’s multidisciplinary units presented their annual plans and discussed their goals for the year, then spent some quality time with the horses at the stable.
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December, 2021 Conducting a Needs Assessment for Al Rumailah Hospital in Qatar
As part of a symposium titled “Qatar National Palliative Care Policy”, organized by the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) in Qatar, and in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation, Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), Ministry of Public Health in Qatar, and The World Health Organization, SANAD, the Home Hospice Organization of Lebanon prepared and executed a needs assessment on the need ...
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September, 2021 Bereavement Support Program Pilot
As part of the bereavement support program pilot, SANAD’s mental health unit conducted a series of group grief support sessions which offer education, support, and solace to the caregivers and family members of SANAD’s late patients. The series consists of 8 sessions, each tackling a different aspect of loss and grief: 𝟭. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 sharing the ...
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August, 2021 Training the Palliative Care Department at the Khartoum Oncology Hospital
As part of its partnership with Zain telecom, SANAD trained the palliative care team of the Khartoum Oncology Hospital in Sudan (KOH) to provide home-based hospice care support services. The team included specialized physicians, nurses, and psychologists. We were honored to welcome them in our offices in Beirut to attend the different sessions of the theoretical and practical training. The ...
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July, 2021 Training of Trainers Workshop
A train-the-trainer (TOT) workshop was facilitated by SANAD’s founding president Lubna Izziddin, as well as Farah Demachkieh and Mira Obeid from the quality, research and development unit and delivered to SANAD’s group of trainers composed of Dr. Pamela Farah (medical coordinator), Zeinab Zebara (nursing director), and Chantale Khadra and Zeina Ramadan from the mental health unit.
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May, 2021 Collaboration with Palliative Care Department at the Khartoum Oncology Hospital
SANAD collaborated with the Palliative Care Department at the Khartoum Oncology Hospital to technically develop and structure their future home hospice service. The project was funded by Zain Group
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March, 2021 Memorandum of Understanding with Rafik Hariri University Hospital
Stemming from a firm belief in the role of the civil society in providing solidarity and support, an initiative was developed by Ms. Tatiana Hamiyeh Itani, Attorney at Law, leading to the signing of an MOU between SANAD and RHUH, in collaboration with “Lebanon Needs” and “The House of Christmas”, to address the mounting needs of Covid patients and their ...
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March, 2021 Women’s Day Webinar with Inspiring Women from the Civil Society
SANAD, represented by its founding president Lubna Izziddin, hosted a panel of inspiring and influential ladies from the civil society, namely Sylvana Lakkis, Ghida Anani, and Dr. Rouba Mhaissen. The webinar was moderated by Rania Barghout.
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January, 2021 Online Awareness Raising Session
SANAD’s team went live to answer questions regarding the topics of palliative care and end of life, from a medical, nursing, and psychosocial perspective
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November, 2020 Joint Session with Embrace – Palliative Care Month
SANAD’s mental health unit conducted a joint live session with Embrace, which covered the topic of mental health at the end of life.
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November, 2020 Joint Online Awareness Raising Session with The Aga Khan University
SANAD and The Aga Khan University (Pakistan) jointly organized an online awareness raising session discussing the topic: “Palliative Care: An Introduction and Current Landscape in Pakistan”
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October, 2020 SANAD’s Children’s Book, Live Reading Session – Palliative Care Month
SANAD’s founding president, Mrs. Lubna Izzidin, conducted a live reading session of SANAD’s children book. The book is intended to introduce the topic of end of life to children in an appropriate and friendly manner.
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October, 2020 Online Awareness Raising Session – Palliative Care Month
SANAD’s team held a live Q and A session on Facebook to raise awareness on different topics in palliative care
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July, 2020 Joint Webinar with WHO-EMRO
The WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean and SANAD – The Home Hospice Organization of Lebanon jointly organized a two-part webinar series to discuss the palliative care response to COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean Region.
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February, 2020 Participating In the Barbara Nassar Association 2019 Cancer Awareness Village
SANAD participated in the Barbara Nassar Association 2019 Cancer Awareness Village which took place over 2 days at Forum De Beyrouth.
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January, 2020 Awareness Raising Seminar at the Lebanese University
SANAD’s team held an awareness raising seminar with the Lebanese University students about Palliative care being a human right.
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December, 2019 SANAD’s Nursing Director Represents SANAD in the CEOP
SANAD’s nursing director, Mrs. Zeinab Zebara, represented SANAD in the CEOP 2019 – The 4th Continuous Education for Oncology Practitioners at the Hilton Metropolitan Beirut.
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December, 2019 SANAD’s Book Reading Tour
Like every year, SANAD has created a Children’s Book Reading Tour being part of the Palliative care month, and we managed to carry on the readings despite the economic, financial and political circumstances. The Book reading tour aims to open the discourse and sensitize children to the idea that death is just a part of life in a positive and ...
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December, 2019 Communication Skills Session at Bahman Nursing Institute
SANAD’s nursing supervisor Zeinab Zebara delivered a communication skills awareness raising session to nursing students at Bahman nursing institute.
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December, 2019 Grief Awareness Session
SANAD’s mental health team conducted a grief awareness session under the title of “Year of Firsts”, which tackled the subject of grief that accompanies the bereaved caregiver, especially during the first year after the death of their loved one.
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September, 2019 SANAD Hospice Model Given to Third Year Nursing Students
Awareness raising session about palliative care and SANAD’s hospice model given by Zeinab Zebara (Nursing Director) and Farah Demachkieh ( Head of quality, research & development unit) to year three AUB nursing students as part of community nursing course.
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August, 2019 Retreat
SANAD’s team and board members participated in a 2-day retreat facilitated by Nabil Hassan from Beyond Reform
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July, 2019 New Horizon Internal Team Building
SANAD’s team attended a workshop held by New Horizons Center, titled “Time Management and Communicating Across Your Organization”. The workshop was a full day with exercises and discussions to help the team further develop their skills.
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July, 2019 Development And Pilot Of A Hospital Based Hospice Care Program at RHUH
SANAD Hands over its project: “Establishing a palliative care service: A model for a Lebanese Governmental Hospital-the Rafik Hariri University Hospital”. The project is under the support of the Ministry of Public Health and in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) and RHUH. A closing Steering Committee Meeting was held today at the premises of the Ministry of Public ...
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July, 2019 Palliative Care Training Workshop
SANAD gave a Palliative Care Training workshop at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Notre Dame des Secours
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June, 2019 Mental Health in Palliative Care Workshop – Jordan
SANAD’s Mental Health team and president presented a workshop about Palliative and Hospice care at the King Hussein Cancer Center in Jordan. The objective of the workshop was to enhance the knowledge and skills of psychologists and nurses required to address psychosocial and psychological issues that impact people with advanced chronic or terminal illnesses, and their caregivers based on international ...
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May 2019 Patience Assistance and Care Excellence Congress
SANAD participated in the Patient’s Assistance and Care Excellence Congress (PACE) 2019 ‘Palliative Care Day’ at the Notre Dame Des Secours University Hospital. A presentation about SANAD’s Model was presented by our medical director Dr Salam Jalloul. In addition to that, our Registered Nurse Mira Obeid and our Nursing Director Zeinab Zebara conducted two workshops – one being on pain ...
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April 2019 Music and Poetry Tour – Beirut 2019
The Music and Poetry tour returned to Beirut in partnership with The Palace at Aresco Center.
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October 2018 Family Satisfaction Survey
Striving for the contiuous delivery of high quality hospice care, SANAD seeks to evaluate its hospice care by assessing the satisfaction of families with the quality of the care received, using an objective and culturally adapted tool. This tool will help SANAD identify gaps and improve the quality of care provided to patients and their families. The objectives of this ...
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October 2018 Gala Dinner in Abu Dhabi, 2018
Under the patronage of His Excellency, Minister Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the Lebanese Business Council in Abu Dhabi organized a gala dinner in support of SANAD, The giltzy event was held at the Beach Rotana Hotel.
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September 2018 Lunch in the Beka’a
The Toma family hosted a lunch in support of SANAD on a beautiful day in the Beka’a.
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September 2018 Development of a Home Hospice Care Service at “Al-Sidra Association for Psychological Care of Cancer Patients” in Kuwait
“Al-Sidra Association for Psychological Care of Cancer Patients” with the support of Zain Group are collaborating with SANAD to build and enhance the foundation for home hospice care in Kuwait through establishing a home hospice care service. The objectives of this project are to: assess the needs, perceptions and attitudes towards home hospice care in Kuwait, develop a home based ...
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August 2018 Development and Pilot of a Home Based Hospice Care Program at Ain Wazein Medical Village
Ain Wazein Medical Village with the support of the MoPH and WHO are collaborating with SANAD to develop a hospice care program at Ain Wazein Medical Village that will offer high-quality home-based hospice care services and will subsequently ensure continuity of care for the inpatients at the palliative care unit. The objectives of this project are to: assess the needs, ...
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August 2018 Social Worker Capacity Building on Conducting Support Groups for Parents of Children with Cancer at the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL)
The Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL), supported by WHO, are collaborating with SANAD to build and enhance the capacity of social workers at the CCCL to run support groups for parents of children with cancer. SANAD will: develop and provide the training to the social workers, shadow the social workers while leading the parent support groups and monitor and ...
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April 2018 Music and Poetry Tour – Jordan 2018
Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness, Princess Ghida Al Talal, the third stop of Charbel Rouhana and Anis Chouchene’s the Music and Poetry event was held in partnership with Jordan’s King Hussein Cancer Foundation at King Hussein Business Park.
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December 2017 SANAD-Salim El-Hoss Bioethics and Professionalism Program (SHBPP) Joint Medical Students Volunteer Program
The SHBPP and SANAD continue to join forces for the second year to host medical students as part of the SANAD-SHBPP Joint Volunteer Program. This project aims at offering second year medical students with an opportunity to appreciate to see first-hand the psycho-social dimension of illness. In addition, this experience allows them to gain hands-on experience in volunteerism and to ...
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December 2017 Mental Health in Hospice Care
SANAD shared its accumulated experience in mental health in hospice care during a workshop organized by The Kamynu Trust Fund, that is generously supporting SANAD’s Mental Health Unit since 2015.
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December 2017 A Lecture to AUB Marketing Students
SANAD presented its experience, focusing on its growth, development, and sustainability, over the past eight years to Marketing students in the Public Relations class at Olayan School of Business at AUB.
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December 2017 A Workshop with Adyan
SANAD’s team attended an informational session with ADYAN, a foundation for inter-religious studies and spiritual solidarity, discussing different religions points-of-view on end-of-life and their impact on the patients’ quality of life.
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November 2017 SANAD Children’s Book
With the collaboration of key partners SANAD published a children’s book delicately targeting the issue of death and loss introducing it to children in a compassionate manner. The book takes the reader inside the mind of a child and her fear as she goes through the different phases of the grief cycle from the moment she discovers that her uncle ...
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November 2017 An Awareness Raising Session in Majd Al Baana
SANAD conducted an awareness-raising session on palliative care in Majd Al Baana in Mount Lebanon.
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October 2017 Mental Health Curriculum for Health Care Providers in Palliative Care Settings
SANAD has signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Mental Health Program at the Ministry of Public Health, to facilitate the implementation of mental health and/or substance use related activities/projects, in line with the “Mental Health and Substance Use Strategy for Lebanon 2015-2020”. This project includes: developing a curriculum for mental health professionals working in palliative care and ...
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October 2017 A Palliative Care Awareness Session in Kuwait
Zain and Soroptimist International Club Kuwait in cooperation with SANAD, and in support of palliative and hospice care in Kuwait, held an unforgettable evening of music and songs at Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Center.
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October 2017 Lecture on Palliative Care as Social Responsibility – Qatar
SANAD participated in Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s series on the intersections between law and medicine which took place on October 13, 2017 in Doha, Qatar. Legal, and ethical issues surrounding end-of-life care were discussed with the attendance of expert speakers from around the globe, and more than 200 physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. SANAD‘s medical director and psychologist, discussed the ...
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October 2017 An Awareness and Fundraising TV Spot by Touch for SANAD
Touch, the telecommunications company, generously funded the production of a promotional video for SANAD, launching a text message fundraising campaign.
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July 2017 Music and Poetry evening in the Beqaa
SANAD organized an evening with the Oud maestro Charbel Rouhana and Tunisian poet Anis Chouchene in July 2017 in a magical fundraising event. Organized by our exceptional committee in the Beka’a, the event was held at Sama Chtaura resort marking the official launch of central Beka’a office which is generously supported by the Mhanna and Matta families.
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July 2017 Music and Poetry Tour – Beka’a 2017
Charbel Rouhana and poet Anis Chouchene joined forces once again 2017 a the Sama Chtoura resort. The fundraiser was organised by SANAD’s Beka’a committee to mark the official launch of the central Beka’a operation in a magical fundraising event.
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May 2017 A Song for SANAD by Charbel Rouhana
With the kind and continuous support of MBC, SANAD produced a video for Charbel’s present to SANAD « بخاطرك حبيبي » in 2016; the song will be officially launched early 2018. The song was written and composed by Charbel Rouhana, produced by MBC, and directed by Danielle Rizkallah.
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April 2017 72 hours for SANAD by Ali Kedami
Yet again Ali Kedami sets a self-imposed challenge over 72 hours, to bring awareness and engagement to the mission of SANAD. During these 72 hours, Ali ran day and night, across the city, mountains, and villages, in an infinity-shaped path. He barely stopped or slept, running to infinity and back.
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December 2016 Music and Poetry Evening 2016
Our first Music and Poetry event was held in the American University of Beirut’s, Issam Fares Hall. Lebanese musician and Oud maestro, Charbel Rouhana was accompanied by Tunisia’s Anis Chouchene andLebanon’s Zahi Wehbe in a mesmerizing reading of poetry set to sound of Oud.
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May 2016 SANAD Gala Dinner 2016
SANAD hosted its annual fundraising gala dinner at Sursock Palace Gardens, Achrafieh. Media partners along with local celebrities and socialites attended the event.
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May 2016 SANAD Gala Dinner 2016
For the third year in a row, SANAD held a gala dinner on the evening of May 16, 2016, at the magical Sursock Palace Gardens in Achrafieh, Beirut. The event was hosted by SANAD’s friend Nishan Derharoutyounian. This Gala helped SANAD to sustain its hospice care free of charge support to the patients and their families.
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March 2016 #48forSANAD – Fourty-Eight hours for SANAD by Ali Kedami
Ali Kedami raised funds for SANAD by running non-stop for 48 hours. His track began in Tyre taking him to Beirut and then Tripoli, before returning back to Beirut.
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June 2015 SANAD Gala Dinner 2015
SANAD’s 2015 annual gala dinner was held at the Coral Beach Hotel, the star studded event was hosted by renowned presenter Mr. Nishan Derharoutiounian.
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December 2014 Maz Jobrani entertains at the Forum De Beyrouth
International sensation Maz Jobrani gave his audience a night of laughter at fundraising event at the Forum de Beyrouth. The stand-up comedian’s performance in collaboration with the improvisational theater pioneers LABAN was hosted by local comedian and SANAD’s loyal supporter, Elias Ghoussoub.
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May 2014 SANAD Gala Dinner 2014
In celebration of our 4th anniversary, American singer and Arabs Got Talent finalist, Jennifer Grout, serenaded SANAD supporters at the Hilton Habtour Hotel. The event was hosted by our very own ambassador, Ali Jaber, MBC Director.
