Books to Help Children with Bereavement

The Bear Bookshop 588 Bearwood Road. Bearwood, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Unsure of which books are helpful for children when faced with the death of a loved one? The Bear Bookshop in Bearwood has a special presentation showcasing a range of children’s books dealing with bereavement. This will be followed by a browsing and discussion session and a psychologist from Phoenix Counselling will also be on […]

Free

To Absent Friends

The Junction 212 High St, Harborne, Birmingham

The people we love live on in our memories long after they have died. To Absent Friends is a small informal gathering in which we tell and listen to stories of our loved ones over dinner. Bring an object – or maybe a photo - to help you share a memory and we’ll all share […]

Free

Death over Drinks – Legal

Anjuna Lounge Hazelwell Street, Stirchley, Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

An evening to explore the legal stuff around death and dying including common misconceptions about wills and powers of attorney & how to get it right. As part of A Matter of Life and Death Festival, we will be joined by Lis Whybrow, a non practicing solicitor with over 35 years experience of making wills […]

Free

Life and Death in Birmingham Walking Tour

St Philip's Square Colmore Row, Birmingham

Eager to find out about Birmingham's history? Both its dark and light sides? This Birmingham Heritage Walking Tour will take you on a stroll through the city's weird and wonderful happenings. Your host Kevin Thomas, a Birmingham-based photographer and enthusiast will lead the way. Together, you'll explore the city's last public hanging, as well as […]

£15

Compass Support

The Sanctuary Castle Vale, Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

An awareness event on bereavement, end of life care and loss for Dying Matters Awareness Week. Hosted by Compass Support at The Sanctuary, Castle Vale and supported by Suzanne McArthur from Birmingham Hospice and BrumYODO.

Free