Go With Grace

Our inaugural Dying Matters Week was a remarkable display of national collaboration across New Zealand/Aotearoa, bringing communities together to discuss end-of-life planning in such a meaningful way A huge thank you to everyone who participated and contributed in Whangārei, Whangaparāoa, Auckland, Palmerston North, Wellington, Canterbury, Otago, and all the amazing online events. We’re especially grateful to the National Libraries Association for creating a safe and supportive space for these crucial conversations and to New Zealand End of Life Doulas, Henderson Reeves Lawyers, Honohono Tātou Katoa and Hospices around New Zealand that helped to help bring this important new national event to life.

Wow, what an incredible inaugural Dying Matters Week we had earlier this month! It was amazing to see speakers and attendees from all over Aotearoa discuss these really important topics. From discussions on legal matters and natural deaths to conversations about advanced care planning and end-of-life plans, the week was filled with meaningful connections. We’re already excited for next year. What would you like us to cover next time? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and to all our supporters for making this event possible 💛 Check out some highlights from the Whangārei team 👇 Whangarei District Libraries NORTH HAVEN HOSPICE WHANGAREI Death Cafe Whangarei Henderson Reeves Lawyers New Zealand End of Life Doulas Palmerston North City Library Death Cafe Manawatu Whangaparāoa Library Auckland Libraries Mercy Hospice Honohono Tātou Katoa #DyingMattersWeekNZ #EndOfLifePlanning #DeathWeek #DyingReviews #DyingMattersWeek2024 #DyingMattersWeek #HospiceCare #HospiceNewZealand

Wow - front page of the Manawatu Guardian today.

Conversations around dying and death can be tough but they are essential conversations we all need to be having. I'm looking forward to connecting and engaging with the Porirua community tomorrow afternoon at Porirua City Library. This is an informal drop in session so come on down for a chat, check out the resources and books available. Thanks again to Porirua Library for supporting this event and a big shout out to Go With Grace.

Join us for 'Legal and Financial Guidance', a financial wellbeing workshop tailored for people with dementia mate wareware, their carers, and their whānau. This workshop is brought to you by Westpac New Zealand. Date: Tuesday 27th August 2024 Time: 10am - 11:30am Free event - online via Microsoft Teams Register now: https://lnkd.in/g6aXtFyy If you are unable to join on the day, a recording of the session will be available to all who are registered. This workshop discusses what you need to know to navigate the legal processes for making a will and appointing an enduring power of attorney for yourself or family members, and tips for supporting people with dementia with money management and decision making.

Join us for 'Carer Support, Rights, Protection and Advocacy', a financial wellbeing workshop tailored for people with dementia mate wareware, their carers, and their whānau. This workshop is brought to you by Westpac New Zealand. 📆 Thursday 29th August 2024 ⏱ 10am - 11:30am 🖥 Free Event - Online via Microsoft Teams Register now: https://lnkd.in/gJkWQXJe If you are unable to join on the day, a recording of the session will be available to all who are registered. In this workshop, you will learn about the rights and support for carers and people with disabilities, as well as how to protect yourself and your whānau from exploitation, abuse, and coercion. You will explore the options and benefits of individualised funding, needs assessment, and service coordination, and the legal and human rights frameworks that safeguard people's dignity and autonomy. You will also gain awareness to prevent and recognise financial exploitation, economic harm, coercive control, and modern slavery, and the organisations that can help you in these situations.

There’s a growing movement to raise awareness, spark discussion and take the taboo away from Death and Dying. While there are many amazing people and organisations working in this space, little light is shed on the exceptional knowledge and support they provide us, at times when we are often at our most vulnerable. Last week The Spinoff wrapped up another insightful Death Week, Hospice New Zealand recently launched Dying Reviews, and we’re seeing more and more Death Cafes popping up all over New Zealand, as people realise the importance of tackling this often challenging topic, while we have the time and space to make clear and thoughtful decisions we won't live to regret. Launching on Monday 5th of August, Dying Matters Week celebrates those heroes working tirelessly in the 'death industry' to care for the dying and their loved ones. We're supporting them to share their wisdom with the living with a new series of free events and workshops happening across Aotearoa. Whether you want to give the gift of peace of mind to your family, or avoid thousands of dollars in funeral and legal costs, Dying Matters Week is for you, to support open conversations and proactive end-of-life planning. There are online and in-person events in Whangārei, Whangaparāoa, Auckland, Porirua, Palmerston North, Otago and Canterbury.  Read more about this crucial opportunity to connect and prepare for this important stage of life: #DyingMattersWeekNZ #EndOfLifePlanning #DeathWeek #DyingReviews #DyingMattersWeek2024 #DyingMattersWeek #HospiceCare #HospiceNewZealand

Dying Matters Week is all about supporting people in the community to start conversations, learn from experts, and feel empowered to put end-of-life planning in place to create peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones. The workshops are free, held at the Whangārei Central Library. See attached for the full programme on their website: https://lnkd.in/g2uGYr6H .

Dying Matters Week will launch in NZ early next month, to start essential conversations about death and end-of-life planning, filling a societal gap in discussing this often taboo topic that affects us all. We've partnered with End of Life Doulas Alliance Aotearoa, Henderson Reeves Lawyers and Hospices and Honohono Tātou Katoa around New Zealand to help bring this important new national event to life. Based at local libraries from Whangārei to Christchurch, free workshops, presentations and activities are being supported by local organisations and experts on topics such as advanced care planning, end of Life planning, natural death care and more. Go With Grace Founder Katy Mandeno highlights the importance of people understanding all their options when it comes to end of life. "Dying Matters Week is an opportunity for the community to hear from a wide range of experienced professionals in this field, to learn more about their options and feel empowered to make informed choices, bringing peace of mind to themselves and their loved ones." Workshops include a wide range of topics, from natural funeral options, grief and loss, traditional cultural practices, and understanding funeral expenses, highlighting the many considerations in end-of-life planning. Join us in embracing these conversations to shape your legacy and find peace of mind. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ghks99iH. #DyingMattersWeekNZ #EndOfLifePlanning #CommunitySupport #NewZealandHealthcare #DyingMattersWeek2024 #DyingMattersWeek #DyingMattersWeekNZAwareness #HospiceCare #Hospice New Zealand

If you're caring for a loved one at home, there are some wonderful free presentations taking place during Dying Matters Week in Whangārei which may provide some helpful information and support. ----------------------------------------------- 6th AUGUST - End of Life. Is there a normal? with Dr Warrick Jones, Medical Director at NORTH HAVEN HOSPICE WHANGAREI 6th AUGUST - Dementia and Support Available in Northland with Trudi Bridges from Alzheimers New Zealand 7th AUGUST - Aromatherapy in End-of-life Care with Carol Rose, NORTH HAVEN HOSPICE WHANGAREI 8th AUGUST - Caring for Carers – Tiakina te Kaitiaki with Christine (Westy) West, NORTH HAVEN HOSPICE WHANGAREI Haven Hospice 9th AUGUST - Capturing Life Stories with Toni Wilkinson, NORTH HAVEN HOSPICE WHANGAREI Haven Hospice --------------------------------------- Book your spot online at https://lnkd.in/giFTg3vQ