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21st April 2020
Press Release: a new guide to Deathbed Etiquette for COVID-19
The final goodbye to a loved one has been transformed in the wake of the coronavirus. More >
20th April 2020
How deathbed etiquette is changing as we cope with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
The decision to be at the side of a dying loved one has been challenged by the coronavirus COVID-19 More >
7th April 2020
Deaths from COVID-19 are so much more than just statistics
Sr Margaret Atkins reflects on how each death to COVID-19 is of a precious and unique human being. More >
3rd April 2020
A hospital chaplain talks about delivering spiritual care during the coronavirus pandemic
Fr Frankie Mulgrew is a hospital chaplain. We spoke about spiritual care during this difficult time. More >
26th March 2020
Questions about funerals and the coronavirus (COVID-19)
Answers to questions about funerals and the coronavirus (COVID-19). More >
20th March 2020
Accompanying people with dementia at the end of life
Dr Pia Matthews explores accompanying dementia sufferers at the end of life. More >
24th February 2020
How memento mori reminds us of the transience of life and the ‘art’ in dying well
Memento mori means to remember your death, or to keep mortality in mind. More >
3rd December 2019
Coping with grief at Christmas following the death of a loved one
Christmas can be a very difficult time for many. We may particularly miss loved ones who have died. More >
11th November 2019
A reflection on remembering and light during the month of November
November is the traditional month for remembering, the lighting of candles and thinking of our dead. More >