Dying matters

So it goes against every instinct that we have to start planning for our death: in fact, only one in ten of us have talked to anyone about how or where we’d like to die. But every adult, of whatever age, needs to look ahead and ask “What if?” What if I was told I had a week to live? Would those around me know how best to support me? Would they know about any strong wishes I have about how I want to be cared for? Would I have made a will? Would those I love know how I feel about them? Would relatives know about any plans I’ve made for after my death? Do you want to spend your final days worrying about sorting all that out? The earlier you talk about dying wishes, the easier it is emotionally and practically for everyone.

To find out more about Dying Matters, visit: www.dyingmatters.org

You will see two forms which you can complete and submit on this page. Your submissions will be compiled and the results will be published on this website in the coming months.  If you would prefer to print off and post your submissions, you will find the download links below each form. Please send these to:

Louise Danielczuk
Appeals Manager
Overgate Hospice
30 Hullen Edge Road
Elland
HX5 0QY

Alternatively, you can email your submissions to info@overgatehospice.nhs.uk