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Hazel's husband, Alan, was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). She describes how he died, reflects on having a 'good' death - and why it's important to talk about dying.

15 February 2024

Alan, Me and MND, Part 3: dying

Hazel's husband, Alan, was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). She describes how he died, reflects on having a 'good' death - and why it's important to talk about dying.

Tips to help anyone dealing with grief on Blue Monday and the New Year

12 January 2024

Dealing with grief on 'Blue Monday' and the New Year

Some simple tips from our member hospices to help you get through not just January, but any time of year, if you’re struggling with your grief.

Backdated bereavement benefits extended to cohabiting parents

15 December 2023

Backdated bereavement benefits extended to cohabiting parents

Half of grieving families eligible for time-limited back payments of financial support are yet to claim, say the Childhood Bereavement Network.

A young man holds a microphone and sits in the middle of a round table, looking outwards and those sitting around the table.

14 December 2023

Talkaoke – the art of conversation

A pop-up talk show run by The People Speak is being used to foster creative conversations about death and grief with young people.

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Karen describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays

04 December 2023

'Working in the hospice at Christmas just feels right'

Karen, Chaplain and Spiritual Lead at Weston Hospicecare, has worked at the hospice every Christmas Day for 18 years, giving her time to be with patients and their families.

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where incredible care doesn’t stop for the holidays

04 December 2023

'I put my own emotions aside at Christmas'

While many of us are enjoying quality time with our own families, Annemarie describes what it’s like for those at a hospice, where amazing care doesn’t stop for the holidays.