Demystifying Death Week 2024
Taking place across Scotland from 6-12 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 in-person and 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 that you'd like us to feature, please get in touch.
“What about direct cremation?” An online discussion
Organised by members of the team at the University of Aberdeen who developed the Care in Funerals Casebook
Thursday 9th May, 12.30-1.30pm.
Online via Zoom.
This event is open to the public. Please register in advance.
Many funeral companies now offer direct cremation – meaning cremation without a ceremony or service that mourners attend. The pros and cons of direct cremation can look quite different to people who think about funerals from different perspectives. This online event, which will start with a short story about a direct cremation, is an opportunity to consider your own views in conversation with others.
The discussion is hosted by members of the team that developed the Care in Funerals Casebook – a free online resource of short stories that illustrate some of the practical and ethical concerns that can arise in funeral provision.
To register and obtain the meeting link, please email CareInFunerals@abdn.ac.uk.
Image credit: Care in Funerals casebook website
Dochas Carers Centre Death Cafe
Organised by Dochas Carers Centre
Wednesday 8 May, 2:00 - 3:30pm
Lochgilpead, Mid Argyll
This event is open to the centre's carers and community.
During Demystifying Death Week 2024, Dochas Carers Centre will launch a new Death Cafe for the Dochas Centre's carers and community.
The aim is to provide a space for carers and their community to get together in an informal environment, share stories and support, and enjoy some tea and cake.
It is hoped that this first session will be the start of a new regular Death Cafe for the Dochas Carers Centre community.
Demystifying Death: Coffee & Chat
Organised by two members of End of Life Doulas UK
Wednesday 8 May, 5:30-7:30pm
Stirling Central Library, 3 Corn Exchange Road Stirling FK8 2HX
This event is open to the public. Booking is not essential.
During Scotland's Demystifying Death Week, come join us at Stirling's Central Library for a thought-provoking discussion on the topic of death. This event aims to break down taboos and myths surrounding death, providing a safe space for open dialogue and reflection. Whether you're curious, scared, or simply intrigued, this discussion group welcomes all perspectives. Let's explore this universal experience together and gain a deeper understanding of what it means to confront mortality. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage in a meaningful conversation with others who share your interest in Demystifying Death.
Booking : No need, however advance notification welcome so we have enough cake !
Contact : Carolbrannigan@barpview.co.uk or Eventbrite
Seed Paper Workshop
Organised by North Berwick Coastal Community Connections
8th May, 2.00-3.30pm
Scone Cafe, Abbey Church, North Berwick
This event is open to the public. Please register in advance.
The community in North Berwick are invited to take part in making seed paper from the messages left during our Absent Friends week in November 2023.
To book your place please contact: admin@nbc-communityconnections.org.
Visit North Berwick Coastal Community Connections' Events page here.
Photo credit: Courtesy of North Berwick Coastal Community Connections
Deathcare in the Queer Community
Organised by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
Wednesday 8th May 2024, 6.30pm-7.30pm
Taking place online (MS Teams)
This event is open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
Whether it is planning a funeral, or ensuring that people know your wishes and preferences when it comes to end of life care, having people and tools to help your feel empowered is vital. For members of the Queer community there can be added anxiety about some of these aspects such as what happens with legal paperwork, and how to ensure that the people you want to be involved in care and planning can be.
This panel discussion will help to answer some of these questions and provide a space to discuss important topics including how we can create inclusive services which embrace and celebrate people's identities.
During this session we will discuss some of the common feelings that people may experience and highlight different places where support is available. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions to our panel of experts who have backgrounds in various parts of this field.
More information: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/planning-for-care/events/
Register: https://link.webropol.com/ep/dcqr080524
Photo by James A Molnar on Unsplash
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