During the COVID-19 pandemic, the subject of death, dying and bereavement is just as sensitive as ever. However we believe it is still important to talk and be open about these things. We want to encourage anyone who feels able to join in to do so. Basically if you want to be informed and express yourself or simply listen to what others have to say, you’re very welcome.
All the events are going ahead in a virtual format. You can find information about these below
More events will be added over the coming weeks.
DYING MATTERS WEEK 10–16 May 21
DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK 17–23 May 21
York LGBT Forum www.yorklgbtforum.org.uk
Real People Theatre
invitation
OPENING THE CLOSET DOOR ON DEMENTIA
with Sue Lister, Ann Murray and Neil Cutler
Lesbian Loneliness + Paper Bag People – meet an older lesbian in a care home
Living & Dying with Dementia – a gay perspective
A 2-hour workshop exploring what it means to be an older LGBT person and their partner
fearing and facing, living and dying with dementia. Public and professionals, carers, partners,
families and members of the LGBT community and their allies –
all welcome. This is a closet door that really needs our attention.
DYING MATTERS WEEK
Date: Friday 14 May
Time: 1-3pm
Venue: Zoom
Contact: Sue Lister 01904 488870
Cost: by donation to the two charities
DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK
Date: Wednesday 19 May
Time: 2-4pm
Venue: Zoom
Contact: Sue Lister 01904 488870
Cost: by donation to the two charities
The Gut-Grief Connection – Short talk and Q&A with Grief Nutritionist Sabine Horner
Have you ever wondered why people get all sorts of health issues after a major loss? In her talk, Sabine will discuss the missing link between emotional stress and its impact on our digestive system where all dis-ease starts. She will also be sharing very simple yet highly effective natural remedies to help manage stress, strengthen digestion and improve energy levels, mental focus and mood.
There will be plenty of time to answer any health-related questions. This talk is aimed at bereavement professionals as well as bereaved people.
Presenter: Sabine Horner (Grief Nutritionist & Yoga Therapist)
Date: 16th May
Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm
Venue: on Zoom
Please send an email to [email protected] to book your place. Booking is essential to receive a zoom link.
SOUL MIDWIFE – COMPANION TO THE DYING on Monday 10th of May 2021 from 19-20.00 Hours
We will explore the practical side of soul midwifery accompanying a friend on a safe journey home, as well as looking at how this sacred work is done here and in other cultures, in past and present times.
Please book by emailing Sylvia on [email protected] for her to send you the zoom link for this meeting.
YORK DEATH GOOD FESTIVAL – DEATH CAFÉ on Saturday 15th of May from 14-15.00 Hours
We think that talking about Death is a great way to spend some time. If you agree why not coming to the York Death Good Festival – DEATH CAFÉ on ZOOM.
Bring your own cup of tea and cake, snuggle onto your own sofa, and have a relaxed sharing time with others. We want to hear from you and your experience and thoughts.
Please book by emailing Sylvia on [email protected] for her to send you the zoom link for this meeting.
Find Out More About the Grief Recovery Method – Talk by Geraldine Macé
This talk will give you insight about some popular beliefs and assumptions that exist around bereavement and grief which may be keeping you stuck. This will help you understand more about grief and what coping habits you may have developed, both the ones that are helping you and the ones that are not.
During the talk, Geraldine will introduce you to the Grief Recovery Method which is a scientifically proven, evidence based programme that assists in effectively processing the journey through grief.
Date: 13 May
Time: 2:00 pm
Venue: Zoom
Contact Geraldine for the zoom link – [email protected]
Funeral ceremonies during the Covid pandemic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqJPrX7vj0bObmsiHYg86rw
I am a Humanist Funeral Celebrant, accredited by Humanists UK. I became very aware early on in the course of the Covid pandemic that the necessary restrictions put in place by the Government were having a huge impact on the way in which people were able to say goodbye to loved ones who died, whatever the cause.
This five-minute video was put together as a brief guide as to how people could continue to honour and commemorate the death of a loved one whilst facing these restrictions.
It was filmed towards the start of the first lockdown and fortunately things have improved somewhat since then. Some of the law and guidance has now relaxed, particularly in terms of numbers attending ceremonies. Even so, some people are still wary and venues must still ensure that they are Covid safe. Therefore, the key messages contained in this video still hold true.
I hope that it may still be of help to people needing to plan a funeral in the next few months. Anyone wanting to talk to me about the ideas in this video can do so by contacting me on [email protected]
Here are our forthcoming events and workshops
Date/start date: 10/05/2021 Location:
Would you like to know more about what End of Life Doulas do? The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’ This question is at the very heart of our work. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute session where we describe what we do.
Date/start date: 10/05/2021 Location:
The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’. In this session we will introduce you to Advance Decisions, Advance Statements, Lasting Powers of Attorney, what Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation means. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute workshop on making an end of life plan.
Date/start date: 12/05/2021 Location:
Would you like to know more about what End of Life Doulas do? The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’ This question is at the very heart of our work. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute session where we describe what we do.
Date/start date: 12/05/2021 Location:
The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’. In this session we will introduce you to Advance Decisions, Advance Statements, Lasting Powers of Attorney, what Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation means. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute workshop on making an end of life plan.
Date/start date: 13/05/2021 Location:
Would you like to know more about what End of Life Doulas do? The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’ This question is at the very heart of our work. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute session where we describe what we do.
Date/start date: 13/05/2021 Location:
The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’. In this session we will introduce you to Advance Decisions, Advance Statements, Lasting Powers of Attorney, what Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation means. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute workshop on making an end of life plan.
Date/start date: 15/05/2021 Location:
Would you like to know more about what End of Life Doulas do? The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’ This question is at the very heart of our work. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute session where we describe what we do.
Date/start date: 15/05/2021 Location:
The theme for this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week is ‘Are you in a good place to die?’. In this session we will introduce you to Advance Decisions, Advance Statements, Lasting Powers of Attorney, what Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation means. If you would like to find out more please join us for a Free 90 minute workshop on making an end of life plan.
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