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‘Bereavement is a darkness impenetrable to the imagination of the unbereaved.’

Iris Murdoch (British Novelist and Philosopher, 1919-1999)

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08 Mar 2021
Santa Muerte-a-thon 2021
Overseas
Welcome to the 'Santa Muerte-a-thon 2021'. Developing/offering the world's greatest motivation to live our best/holiest life assuring our best/holiest death intentionally daily for 365 days (especially out of respect for all MMIWG and BIPOC women's lives needlessly lost and without justice), Starting on March 8 2021 International Women's Day.
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12 Apr 2021
The Omega course Online
West Midlands
Over 5 evenings we explore our feelings about death and give confidence and skills for planning and listening to others who wish to talk about this subject, relevant to us all. We also look at supporting the bereaved. The course involves teaching, discussion, and there are opportunities to share feedback if you want to. Numbers are limited to keep a safe and comfortable atmosphere. The course is free but you may make a donation.
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20 Apr 2021
Effective Non Medical Prescribing in End of Life Care
London
This important national conference provides an essential update for current and aspiring non medical prescribers on prescribing at the end of life. It is widely recognized that pain and symptom control at the end of life is not always optimal, the development of non medical prescribing has a key role in improving pain and symptom control for patients at the end of life. The conference, which includes national updates, extended in depth sessions and case studies will focus on developing your skills and competence as a non medical prescriber in end of life care.
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26 Apr 2021
WORKSHOP: How To Organise A Virtual Funeral
Overseas
Is a funeral over Zoom really the only way to say goodbye to a loved one in a time of social distancing? Listen to Anelia's story of defying a pixelated goodbye and making it her life's mission to help other globalised families reclaim their grief with audio memorials. She'll share some tips on writing an authentic eulogy, how to ask loved ones to participate in a virtual funeral, why we should be careful when using YouTube and Zoom to livestream funerals, and how to create a beautiful oral history keepsake for your family.
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27 Apr 2021
Improving End of Life Care for People with Dementia during Covid-19
London
This timely conference focuses on the important issue of improving end of life care for people with dementia during Covid-19. People with dementia have been incredibly and disproportionately badly impacted by Covid-19, it is imperative that we ensure people are supported and cared for effectively at the end of life during this challenging time. The conference will demonstrate, through national updates and practical case studies how you can improve end of life care for people with dementia in your service
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28 Apr 2021
Improving End of Life Care for people with Cardiovascular Disease & Heart Failure
London
Through national updates and practical case studies this conference focuses on improving end of life care for people with Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Failure through a person centred approach
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06 May 2021
Care of Dying Adults in the last days of life
London
This national conference will look at improving care of the dying adults in the last days of life with a particular focus on care and support during the Covid-19 pandemic. Follow the conference on twitter #endoflifecare There is a 20% discount available with code hcuk20dm
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08 May 2021
A Matter of Life and Death
West Midlands
BrumYODO joins with Birmingham Hippodrome to present In Memoriam by Luke Jerram as part of our annual festival A Matter of Life and Death. The outdoor artwork will be sited in the grounds of Aston Park from 8-16 May and is free to visit in line with Government guidance on lockdown restrictions and with COVID-19 safety measures in place.
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10 May 2021
Dying Matters Virtual Fair 2021
East of England
Drop in to visit a range of stalls related to the topics of death, dying, bereavement & loss.
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10 May 2021
#FuneralWishes campaign
London
For Dying Matters Awareness Week, we will lead a national conversation on social media about the importance of discussing funeral wishes with loved ones. A selection of our patrons will be sharing their #FuneralWishes, and we will be asking social media followers, ‘What are your #FuneralWishes?’, to prompt more people to think carefully about what they want and feel comfortable to talk about death.
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