Death Cafe and Q&A with Palliative Care Consultant

Death Cafe and Q&A with Palliative Care Consultant

Death can be a difficult subject to talk about but it’s often easier than you think. Whether you are new to Death Cafes or a regular visitor, Ellie Winters and Fran Moffat invite you to join them to discuss death and dying in a safe and non-judgemental space. A Death...
Moments that Matter Children’s Art Exhibition

Moments that Matter Children’s Art Exhibition

Birmingham’s John Taylor Hospice asked local children to draw, paint or make a collage of their favourite moments – and the results are amazing! The pictures by around 30 finalists are now included in the Moments that Matter exhibition at Oikos Cafe on...
Be prepared… drafting the will you need

Be prepared… drafting the will you need

What could possibly go wrong? Do I even need to make a will? A practical workshop looking at the importance of having a professionally drafted will to ensure your wishes are carried out after your death. Members of Solicitors for the Elderly and STEP solicitors Lis...
Be Prepared….planning a personal funeral

Be Prepared….planning a personal funeral

Have you ever thought about your own funeral? If you died tomorrow, what would your family and friends do for your funeral? As part of this (surprisingly) uplifting and practical workshop, we’ll explore ideas and possibilities with two local undertakers, take time to...
Archaeology in the graveyard – talk

Archaeology in the graveyard – talk

An illustrated talk into the archaeology of Park Street burial ground, being excavated as part of the preparatory work for HS2 rail line. This investigation of a 19th century graveyard is giving archaeologists the opportunity to learn about life and death in...