Rebecca Patterson

If you're in Edinburgh and are interested in doing EASE now is your chance!

Congratulations to Tea in the Pot on 20 years, and thanks for inviting us to table at your Women's Health Information Day this past weekend!
A great day to share biscuits, stories, info, and to make connections.

The Scottish Government has published a new Palliative Care Strategy - 'Palliative Care Matters for All'. Read more here - www.gov.scot/news/new-pal...

We had a fab time running our Escape Room for the Curious Fest bsky.app/profile/roya...

You can run it in your own community - all you need is the space and some props and if you're in Scotland we'll send you everything else you need!

www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/escape-room/

We welcome projects of all kinds at the Scottish Partnership for Palliative Care Conference Poster Exhibition. Check out our website for details:
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/conf...

Huge congratulations to Simba Charity who have been awared the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces! They showed real commitment to creating meaningful change and becoming a more bereavement-friendly workplace 👏🏻🎉
More info here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark/

Hot of the press! Check out the latest news relevant to palliative care in Scotland: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/publ...

Two NHSGGC hospitals awarded for compassionate support of grieving staff Two NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde hospitals have been recognised for their support for grieving staff.

Congratulations to the Royal Alexandra Hospital and Vale of Leven Hospital on achieving the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces!

Find out more about the Bereavement Charter for Scotland here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter/

www.dumbartonreporter.co.uk/news/2537339...

Just a couple of weeks left to secure yourself the early bird rate for the SPPC Annual Conference. Always a great place to hear the latest thinking in the palliative care world. Check out our fantastic line up of speakers here:
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/annu...

Places available on autumn EASE courses!

East Kilbryde: 22 Aug - 12 Sept
Online: 27 Aug - 1 Oct
Edinburgh: 6 & 8 Oct
Aberdeen: 10 - 31 Oct

To book a place email samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk.
Or find out more on our website: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...

For the full list of confirmed speakers and to book a place at the SPPC Annual Conference check out: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/annu...

Book by 18th August to secure the early bird rate.

(Photo: Georg Lulich)

This is going to be a good workshop - delegates experience a a practical art workshop, a reminiscence cafe and an Absent Friends Supper, and explore if/how they might organise a similar event in their own community.

Places are limited so get in touch if you'd like to come.

#ToAbsentFriends

Latest newsletter - Everything you need to know about the @toabsentfriends.bsky.social festival and how to get involved.

www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/viewmail.php... @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social

The SPPC Annual Conference 2025 is open for bookings! Book your ticket by 18th August to secure the early bird rate. www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/annu...

Recognition in the Scottish Parliament for the Scottish Ambulance project, funded by Macmillan Cancer Support, which has demonstrated a major impact for people and families approaching the end of life.

www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...

If you're interested in or involved in bereavement support in Scotland, check out this conference organised by the Bereavement Charter Group.

28 August at the Renfield Centre, Glasgow.

Book your tickets here:

scottishcare.org/event/the-fu...

#BecauseGriefMatters

Good luck to Steven Vanderstichelen and @lucyselman.bsky.social who are leading the session in person. Sorry to miss hearing the other presenters and the ensuing discussions. #eapc2025

Sorry not to have been able to share and gather learning in person at the EAPC conference. My colleague @rebpatter.bsky.social and I have contributed via a video pre-record to this afternoon's session "How do we improve end of life literacy? Diverse approaches from four countries" 1/2

#EAPC2025

Thank you to everyone who took part in Demystifying Death Week 2025!

#DemystifyDeath Week is over for another year. Thanks to everyone who took part - we had 56 events all over Scotland, 50 escape room kits ordered, and lots of great chat on social media and in the press. We couldn't do it without you!
goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/members-dmd/

Some #demystifydeath week recommendations for information and support about bereavement.

More information available here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/support-after/

Whilst explaining his decision not to support the Assisted Dying Bill John Swinney has made clear his personal and governmental commitment to improving palliative care.

YouTube video by OpenLearn from The Open University Life or Death Decisions

#DemystifyDeath week encourages people to think about planning ahead for future ill health and dying. Check out this film from the Open University exploring the importance of planning for the future www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0b_...

YouTube video by Theos Think Tank Dying for Beginners | Dr Kathryn Mannix

In this beautiful short animation ‘Dying for Beginners’ Kathryn Mannix guides you gently on a step by step journey through the process of dying.

#DemystifyDeath

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayMh...

YouTube video by TEDx Talks Heart-stopping Moments | Dr. Kathryn Mannix | TEDxDunLaoghaire

Would you like to know more about ‘Do Not Attempt CPR’ decisions? This TEDx talk by Dr Kathryn Mannix explores use of CPR in different circumstances. #DemystifyDeath www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn__...

Demystifying Death Week continues through the week with activities by Ardgowan Hospice, St Vincents Hospice, @nhsgrampian.bsky.social, @nhsggc.bsky.social, @humanistsociety.bsky.social and others

Demystifying Death Week continues through the week with activities by Ardgowan Hospice, St Vincents Hospice,
@nhsgrampian.bsky.social, @nhsggc.bsky.social,
@humanistsociety.bsky.social and others.
Check out the listings #DemystifyDeath:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/blogs/demyst...

For #DemystifyDeath week we've made this this series of cartoons explaining some key aspects of planning ahead for ill health and old age...

You can access them here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/dd-week-comm...

BBC Sounds - Music. Radio. Podcasts Listen without limits, with BBC Sounds. Catch the latest music tracks, discover binge-worthy podcasts, or listen to radio shows - all whenever you want.

Fantastic to hear Stephen Jardine highlighting #DemystifyDeath week on Radio Scotland. Check it out from 1h48 min here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

#DemystifyDeath week is a reminder that it is a good idea to make plans for ill health or old age.

Find out more here - www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan/

Remember, Demystifying Death week is happening across Scotland next week.

Check out how you can support the week here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/members-dmd/

Our Communications Pack includes some quick ideas for busy people!

EASE is a fantastic course to help all of us, offering insights & skills to equip us to support our dying family members, friends or neighbours.
Last Aid.
As important as First Aid.
More info at:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...

@goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social
@hospiceuk.bsky.social