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Rebecca Patterson @rebpatter.bsky.social · 11d

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

Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · 12d

Do you live in or near Edinburgh? We have places available on two free EASE courses coming up in your area!

6 & 7 Oct, 10.30 - 3.30
Edinburgh Acting School,
Summerhall

8, 15, 22, 29 October, 10.30-12.30
Newington Trinity Church

Book your place: [email protected]

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Sep 9

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.

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Sep 10

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

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Sep 8

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/

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Sep 8

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...

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Aug 25

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/

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Aug 21

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

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Aug 8

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...

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.

www.dumbartonreporter.co.uk

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Aug 11

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...

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Aug 11

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 [email protected].
Or find out more on our website: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Jul 10

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)

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Rebecca Patterson @rebpatter.bsky.social · Jun 26

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

Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Jun 26

Join us for this interactive workshop and explore some practical ways of holding space for remembrance activities. Free to attend, in Edinburgh on 3rd September. Find out more and book a place here: www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/content/work...

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · Jun 25

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

Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief | Get Ready for To Absent Friends 2025

www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Jun 25

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...

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · Jun 23

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-...

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www.parliament.scot

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · Jun 10

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

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · May 30

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

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · May 30

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

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · May 12

#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/

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

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · May 9

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

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

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · May 8

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.

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Rebecca Patterson @rebpatter.bsky.social · May 8

#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_...

Life or Death Decisions

YouTube video by OpenLearn from The Open University

www.youtube.com

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · May 7

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...

Dying for Beginners | Dr Kathryn Mannix

YouTube video by Theos Think Tank

www.youtube.com

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Mark Hazelwood @palliativescot.bsky.social · May 5

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__...

Heart-stopping Moments | Dr. Kathryn Mannix | TEDxDunLaoghaire

YouTube video by TEDx Talks

www.youtube.com

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Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social · May 6

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...

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