Rebecca Patterson

My new Bluesky account is: @rebpatter.bsky.social I hope to see you over there...

#DemystifyDeath Week is over for another year. Thanks to everyone who took part - we had 56 events all over Scotland (that we know of), 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/

Live in Scotland? Let’s talk about what we often avoid. #DemystifyingDeathWeek is about shining a light on death, dying and bereavement in Scotland. Find an event near you 👉 goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/blogs/demystif… #DyingMattersAwarenessWeek

Should everyone have an end of life plan? A fantastic short film from @bbcideas and @OUfree learning – great for watching, teaching and sharing. #DemystifyDeath bbc.co.uk/ideas/videos/s…

Wondering what to say or do to help someone you know who is grieving? In our short film, bereaved families talk about the dos, don’ts and tips for supporting someone who’s grieving. #DMAW24 #TheWayWeTalkAboutDyingMatters #DemystifyingDeathWeek #DemystifyDeath #BereavementSupport

Demystifying Death Week continues through the week with activities by @ArdgowanHospice, @StVincentsHosp, @NHSGrampian, @NHSGGC_FCP, @humanistsociety and others. Check out the listings #DemystifyDeath: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/blogs/demystif…

During #DemystifyDeath Week, we'll be sharing six ways you can prepare for ill health, old age, and death. Today's topic is "Power of Attorney". Find out more at mypowerofattorney.org.uk and goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk

Demystifying Death Week starts today! @HSCPMoray @Make2ndsCount @GlasgowLib @NHSGGC_FCP Find out what's happening near you or online by checking our events listings: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/blogs/demystif…

@ArranCVS @NHSaaa @AyrshireHospice @NAHSCP @southayrshire

Places available on an upcoming EASE course in Aberdeen! This two-day course will take place at Langstane Housing Association on 20 May and 27 May, 9:30-4:00. Find out more here: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness-e… Book your place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk.

With #DemystifyDeath week coming up in May, now is a good time to think about how you'll mark the occasion. We have the following guides available: - Designing your Event - Event Ideas - Hosting an Online Event - Facilitation Skills tinyurl.com/2x695shh

Places available on an EASE course in Edinburgh over four Thursdays in May: 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd May, from 1.30-3.30pm. Find out more about EASE here: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness-e… Space is limited. Book your free place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk

2025 marks the 10yr anniversary of @NHS_Education's Bereavement Education Programme Join us on Thurs 18th Sept for a virtual event to mark this occasion - looking back at achievements & ahead to the future For more info/to register➡️bit.ly/3XJaBmC #BereavementEducation

A reminder Power of Attorney is arguably more important than a will, and more urgent. Just had a call on @thismorning from an older lady asking about moving bills into her name from her husbands, who she's caring for as he has early stage dementia. Yet she hadn't yet done Power of Attorney. This is by far the more urgent consideration. Get it done while someone has the capacity to sign it. Then if and when they lose their faculties, the transition so you can look after their finances (and health and welfare) for them is relatively easy. If not, leave it too late, and the money may be locked away unless you got to the Court of Protection which is often and expensive and time consuming nightmare. Better still get a PoA when young. I did mine before I was 40. It is in place, so that if I lose my faculties in the future at that point (not before) someone can take over.

Our conference 'Demystifying Death: Making Change Happen' takes place on 26 Feb in Glasgow. Find out more and book your ticket here: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/demystifying-d… #DemystifyDeath25

We've just updated the programme and this is going to be a fantastic event focused on action - how can we make change happen? Delighted to have keynote talks from Allan Kellehear and Kathryn Mannix PLUS exploration of schools, prisons, the arts, poverty and much much more!

I'm genuinely excited about the range of speakers and topics we're covering at this conference. We've also tried to keep the ticket price down! Find out more and book a place here: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/demystifying-d…

The next Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief conference, "Demystifying Death: Making Change Happen", will take place 26 February at the Renfield Centre in Glasgow. Registration is now open. Find out more and book your place here: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/demystifying-d…

It is Children's Grief Awareness Week, a good time to highlight some of the great resources out there for schools looking to better support bereaved children. For lesson plans, activities, training and more, check out: goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/resources-for-… #Buildinghope #CGAW24