Demystifying Death Week 2022
Taking place across Scotland from 2-6 May, Demystifying Death Week is about shining a light on death, dying and bereavement in Scotland. We are encouraging people to get involved by holding online events that bring death, dying and bereavement into the limelight.
Below is a list of events registered so far - these pages will be updated over the coming weeks. If you are organising an event, please get in touch.
Planning for The Future
Organised by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. Tuesday 3 May, 7pm.
What will we be talking about?
When it comes to planning for the future, do you even know where to start? During this informal information session we will give you some ideas of things to think about and tools to help you plan, as well as telling you how this information can be shared with others so that everyone is in the know.
Who is this event for?
Open to everyone including members of the public and staff.
When and where is it happening?
7.00-8.00pm, Online on MS Teams
More information: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/planning-for-care/events/
Photo by Nicole Avagliano on Unsplash
Anticipatory Care Planning – An Introduction for Staff
Organised by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. Tuesday 3 May, 4pm.
What will we be talking about?
Anticipatory Care Planning has benefits for everyone. It empowers people to tell us what really matters; it gives friends and family an opportunity to talk open and honestly; and it helps professionals to work with everyone to create the best care and treatment plans possible. During the session we will be looking at tools and resources we use across NHSGGC to help promote future planning, and how our systems work together to share information. ACP is everyone’s business, so make sure you know your role in the conversation.
Who is this event for?
Open to staff across NHSGGC Health and Social Care staff, as well as people working in Care Homes or 3rd Sector.
When and where is it happening?
4.00-5.00pm, Online on MS Teams
More information: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/planning-for-care/events/
Having conversations that matter
Organised by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. Tuesday 3 May, 12pm.
What will we be talking about?
This is an experiential workshop to give participants an easy way to start thinking about what’s important to them and those around them. This event is open to any member of staff working in Health and Social Care across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board Area.
Who is this event for?
Open to staff across NHSGGC Health and Social Care staff, as well as people working in Care Homes or 3rd Sector.
When and where is it happening?
12.00-1.30pm, Online on MS Teams
More information: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/planning-for-care/events/
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash
Power of Attorney / Making a Will
Organised by NHSGGC. Wednesday 4th May 2022. 7.00-8.00pm. Event hosted on MS Teams.
The legal parts of future planning can often be confusing, with lots of people not quite sure where to start. This session will explore how to get started with Power or Attorney and making a Will, and why both of these things are so important. There will also be an opportunity to put any questions you have to an expert.
This event is open to everyone.
Click here to register or for more information email ACPSupport@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Photo by Melinda Gimpel on Unsplash
Building bereavement confidence in the community
Organised by Child Bereavement UK. Wednesday 4 May 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm
Bereavement will affect most people in one way or another throughout their life.This training webinar is aimed at anyone who works with or comes into contact with young people for example youth groups or clubs, how bereavement affects young people and how to best support them. It will give you an understanding of the impact of bereavement and the opportunity to learn and build confidence about this topic in a confidential and safe environment.
More information is available here: weblink.
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