Compassionate Communities NI

Only 7% of the population have considered their digital will. 🤳 Learn more about what this includes in this short video 📲 #ThinkAheadPlanAhead

Sharon reflects on Dying Matters Week 2026 in our latest blog 'A Regional Vision for Compassionate Partnerships' compassionatecommunitiesni.com/post/reflectio…

As part of Dying Matters Week 2026, @FoyleHospice launched 'Wee Chat' and we are delighted to have our 'Plan Ahead' resources featured. Try Time for a Wee Chat: foylehospice.com/weechat

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During Dying Matters Week (4-10 May) CCNI together with @LibrariesNI and the @NHSCTrust celebrated the launch of Coleraine’s Death Positive Library on Tuesday. 📚 Learn more at compassionatecommunitiesni.com/death-positive… 📍

John Wonnacott, MacMillan Palliative Care Chaplain spoke to Year 2 nursing students at Ulster University about misunderstanding that can arise around the word 'spirituality'. Find more great video & informational resources at compassionatecommunitiesni.com/resources

A conversation with a friend changed everything. 👀 Paula realised that while she had insured the house and the car, she hadn't insured her voice. 🙊 Learn more about leaving a map, not a maze at compassionatecommunitiesni.com/proactive-paula

Understanding Grief Workshop On 6th May, we are hosting an “Understanding Grief” workshop, delivered in partnership with Cruse Bereavement Support NI. SCAN TO REGISTER 📅 Wed 6th May 2026 ⏰ 10:30am – 12:30pm 📍 Belfast Central Library

Today is the first ever UK wide Power of Attorney Day run by Carers UK. 📍 Here are some more common Myths vs Facts that we often encounter 👀 For more information of Enduring Power of Attorney in Northern Ireland please visit lawsoc-ni.org/using-a-solici…

Today is the first ever UK wide Power of Attorney Day run by Carers UK. 📍 It is crucial to note that Northern Ireland is different to England, Scotland and Wales when it comes to an Enduring Power of Attorney. Here are some common Myths vs Facts that we often encounter 👀

"The first sign something was off was small. A letter left unopened." Read this guest article 📲 compassionatecommunitiesni.com/post/dad-was-s…

📚 Thanks to the support of @LibrariesNI, Death Positive Libraries are available in many locations across Northern Ireland including a new one in Coleraine on 6th May 2026.

When mum died, we thought the hardest part would be the funeral. The grief. Sitting in a quiet house that suddenly felt too big. We were wrong. Read this guest article 📲 compassionatecommunitiesni.com/post/my-mum-di…

At 35, Paula is in the thick of it. Between a full-time career and the beautiful chaos of raising two young children, her life is a whirlwind of mental checklists. Read more about Paula on compassionatecommunitiesni.com/proactive-paula

There’s a certain peace of mind that comes with knowing you’ve left a ‘map’ rather than a ‘maze’ for your family. 🗺️ Learn more at - compassionatecommunitiesni.com/plan-ahead-adv…

Learn more about how to get involved in this fantastic opportunity via the @LibrariesNI website 📚 librariesni.org.uk/news/omagh-lib…

Find free & practical documents that can be used to assist with Advance Care Planning in NI. These documents are not a replacement for professional legal advice, and are simply a framework for documenting your wishes. Visit compassionatecommunitiesni.com/plan-ahead-adv… to get started today.

Dementia Clinic Appointment with a specialist Dementia nurse/Admiral Nurse 📍Derry/Londonderry Nationwide branch (11 Ferryquay Street, BT48 6JN) 🗓 Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th of March 2026. dementiauk.org/information-an…

This simple booklet is a lovely tool where you can plan for tomorrow. You can record your personal wishes for end of life care and funeral plans; giving you peace of mind. 📑 Get your digital copy via CompassionateCommunitiesNI.com

Free Wills Month 2026 at Age NI Age NI is partnering with solicitors across Northern Ireland to give supporters the opportunity to have a simple will written or updated for free! Get more information at ageni.org/wills

Lights, Camera, Compassion! 🎬 We've been filming a new series of videos to help you Plan Ahead 🙌 Coming Soon...