“The way we die lives on in the memory of those who survive”.
Dame Cicely Saunders
Let's Start The Conversation
All of us will experience death at some point in our lives, and too many people die in a place they wouldn’t choose and in circumstances they aren’t happy with.
Why do we find it so hard to talk about?
While talking about death and dying might be uncomfortable or upsetting, experience shows that having conversations about these subjects within families and communities, and with our health care professionals, can help us prepare practically and emotionally.
Planning ahead doesn't have to be scary or difficult - why shouldn’t we talk about what we would like so that our final days and hours are as happy as they can be?
Thinking, talking, sharing and writing down what is important to you about your future takes time.
So, why not start the conversation today.
Workshops
To help you Start the Conversation about death and dying, please join one of our free workshops.
You will learn more about Advance Care Planning and tips to help you start the conversation, with the space and permission to share your own thoughts and stories, and the opportunity to ask questions and learn from each other.
Thursday 30th January 10.30am -12.30pm
Friday 25th April 10.20am -12.30pm
Thursday 24th July 10.30am - 12.30pm
Wednesday 24th September 6 - 8pm
Resources
Our free Advance Care Statement template to help you think ahead, describe what’s important to you and ensure other people know your wishes for the future.
Events
Death Café
Monthly
You are warmly invited to join in our online Death Café, where a group of strangers gather to discuss death! And since we are meeting virtually we recommend you bring your own cuppa and cake!
A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes rather than a grief support or counselling session.
More Information
Start the Conversation is a community collaboration between Isabel Hospice, Hertfordshire County Council and NHS partners, to help people start thinking and talking about their end of life wishes, and then share that information with others.