We are pleased to see so much interest in our next free webinar on the review of Medical Certificates of Cause of Death in Scotland on Thurs 9th May 12.30-1.30pm. Relevant to certifying drs & those involved in supporting relatives after a death. Register: bitly.ws/3hDrf

🧡 #hope 🧡

The Demystifying Death Week Small Grants Scheme closes this Friday (22 March). There's still time to apply! Join in between 6-12 May to help #demystifydeath across Scotland. Find out more and apply here:
goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/content/ddwsma…

For #WorldPoetryDay , we are pleased to share two incredibly moving poems penned by two talented WAY members Charlotte and Jackie and a third one written by the son of one of our members, Richard, which was read out at his Mum’s memorial service.

widowedandyoung.org.uk/world-poetry-d…

Alyson Vale channeling Brigid Russell at #ENRICH2024 with the importance of talking to each other and listening 🗣️👂

Our bereavement group in the West of Edinburgh is taking place next Thursday 7th March from 1pm to 2.30pm at Rannoch Community Centre. If you are thinking about coming along then give us a call as we would love to hear from you 0131 242 1996 NHS Lothian

Have you experienced a bereavement? Being able to talk about your loved one is an important part of grieving. Pop down to the Death Cafe to chat to other people who are bereaved.
(This is not an NHS initiative)

Are you an employer, HR professional or senior manager wanting to improve how your organisation supports bereaved staff?

Come to this event for valuable insights into practical strategies and best practices for workplace support during difficult times.

scottishcare.org/event/employer…

This is a great opportunity for potentially some community projects to encourage everyone to have conversations that improve how we support each other better through death, dying, loss and care

Our bereavement group at Cameron House Education Centre will take place on the 27th of Feb. If you have been bereaved and are looking for a friendly face to talk to over a coffee then please get in touch. We can give you details of the venue and times 0131 242 1996
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We know that today will be an emotional time for so many who are bereaved.

Why not reach out to a friend or someone in your family who is grieving.

Send them a text, give them a call or just put the kettle on and let them know you are there.

Talk about the person who has died,

An opportunity to learn more about providing informal support to people who are caring, dying or grieving -through this End of Life Aid Skills for Everyone (EASE) course. Free of charge. ⬇️

Still space on our EASE course in Portobello, Edinburgh! Starts 21 Feb.

EASE is a free course for anyone who wants to be more comfortable and confident helping friends or family who are caring, dying or grieving.

Get more info or book: [email protected]

If you’re finding it hard to cope with your grief, it’s OK to ask for help.

If you need bereavement support, contact our Helpline for support, information and guidance on 0800 02 888 40, 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday.

#BereavementSupport

Our first bereavement groups of this year will happen on the 30th Jan and 1st Feb in Edinburgh. If you have been bereaved and are looking for a friendly face to talk to over a coffee then please get in touch. We can give you details of venues and times 0131 242 1996 NHS Lothian

💜We have a few places left on our Memory Box making group on Tue 28th Nov. With funding from ‘To Absent Friends’ we will provide a wooden box and craft materials for you to decorate a box in memory of your loved one. Contact us for more info and to book your place💜
NHS Lothian

“To Absent Friends” week starts tomorrow. We’re running a Memory Box Making session for anyone who’s experienced the death of a loved one. We’ll provide the wooden box and some craft materials. To book your place email [email protected]
NHS Lothian

We're delighted to welcome Edinburgh Brass Band back as part of this year's #ToAbsentFriends festival.

All are welcome to this FREE brass band concert on 4th November in central Edinburgh. Book tickets here - eventbrite.co.uk/e/to-absent-fr…

Anticipatory Grief is a very common type of grief that occurs before a death happens. This webinar will look at the death of parent and the impact on carer's. Don't miss out!!! It's open to everyone NHS Lothian

Important Update!

The deadline to order our lovely #BetterTogether Cafe Packs for #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek events is this Wednesday 31st October.

Please order yours here soon!
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