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.
Death Cafe
Organised by the Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice. Finn’s Place, 7.30pm-8.30pm, Thursday 5 May.
All are welcome to come together for a cuppa and a chat to talk about death, dying and loss. Death Cafes are open, inclusive spaces to talk death and to talk about living. There's no agenda, no counselling, and no trying to fix problems.
This event is free.
People can bring their own home baking, but tea, coffee and some cake will be available.
More information is available here: weblink.
What Happens When Someone is Dying
Organised by NHSGGC. Friday 6th May 2022. 1.00-2.00pm. Event hosted on MS Teams.
Dying is a normal process, but these days the process is often surrounded in mystery. Come along to learn more about what actually happens as someone approaches the end of their life and have an opportunity to talk to some experts.
This event is open to everyone.
to book or for more information email ACPSupport@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Photo by Gaelle Marcel on Unsplash
Death Cafe
Organised by NHSGGC. Friday 6th May 2022. 10.00-11.00am. Event hosted on MS Teams.
Let’s break the taboo, and talk about Death! This event is an informal space to talk with others about something which affects us all… so boil the kettle, raid the biscuit tin and come and join the conversation!
Please note that this is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.
This event is open to everyone but is limited to 8 spaces to allow for good conversation.
Click here to book or for more information email ACPSupport@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Photo by Mathias P.R. Reding on Unsplash
Last Aid course
Organised by Highland Hospice. Friday 6 May, 10am, online.
Last Aid aims to create awareness and discussion on topics related to Death and Dying.
It is an interactive course, with two instructors and up to 20 participants. The instructors will aim to give practical tips on how you can provide comfort to someone who is dying, and what you can do to plan for your own and your family's future.
More information is available here: Last Aid
Cuppa and a conversation
Organised by No-one Dies Alone Ayrshire. 11.30am, Friday 6 May, TACT Saltcoats, 27 Vernon Street.
Join NODA Ayrshire for a cuppa and a conversation. Let's open up the dialogue on death and dying.
Spaces may be limited so be sure to book via the eventbrite link: Information and booking
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