Hundreds of people have taken part in a Fife event which has encouraged people to be more open about death and dying.
As part of Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief Awareness Week, over 200 people have recorded their aspirations about what they wish to achieve in life.
An information event held this week at the Mercat Centre in Kirkcaldy invited members of the public to record their hopes and dreams on special ‘Before I Die’ walls, which have been replicated at events nationwide.
Thoughts recorded by people from Fife included, ‘Before I Die, I want to…’:
· Have a successful life
· See my grandchildren grow up and marry
· Learn to play the saxophone
· Travel the world and be happy
· Have kids, get married and get the job of my dreams
Gordon McLaren, NHS Fife Public Health Consultant and GLGDGG Lead in Fife, said: “We’re delighted that the event in Fife has proved to be so successful. Asking people to record what they hope to achieve in their lives, allows people to also consider the fact that they won’t always be here.
“We hope that while people will think about having a good life, they will also be more open to talking about death and dying and supporting each other during a difficult time in their lives.
“The event has also allowed us to talk to many people about a range of practical elements, from Wills and Power of Attorneys to considering their wishes for a funeral.”
The Fife event was included representatives from NHS Fife, Citizen’s Advice, CRUSE, Fife Council, Maggie’s Centre and funeral services.
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