Let's talk about death and dying this Dying Matters Week
Let’s Talk about Death and Dying
The mission of Dying Matters is to break down the stigma and taboo of talking about death and dying. But sometimes, it’s hard to know where to start.
27% of people find it hard to talk about death with family or friends, and 30% bottle their feelings up. If we don’t talk about death and dying and bereavement, it can be harder to cope when we experience it.*
Death, dying and bereavement affect us all. This Dying Matters Awareness Week the focus is on the importance of conversations about death and dying – with family, friends, employers, anyone in your life – helping you to get the conversation started.
Starting a conversation and talking about death can be hard but Dying Matters resources will help you, to start the conversation in a way that works for you.
Take the Talking Matters Quiz to learn how 1,000 recently bereaved people in the UK feel about language and communication at the end of life, based on their experiences.
You can share your end-of-life preferences and meet with Halton Compassionate Communities Network during Dying Matters Week on Friday, 8th May, from 1 - 3 pm at Widnes Market.
Bereavement Support
Talking about your bereavement and loved ones who have died can help people to cope with their grief. Friends and family can offer support as well as local and national organisations. Where to get bereavement support | Hospice UK
Halton Bereavement cafes offer an opportunity for bereaved people to get together to chat and support each other. Find upcoming dates at: Halton Bereavement Cafes 2026
Bereavement Support information can be found in the Halton Mental Health Information point, under the Bereavement tab.
