Rebecca Patterson
@rebpatter.bsky.social
Director of Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief @goodlifedeathgrief.bsky.social
Interested in death literacy, grief literacy, compassionate communities, public health palliative care, and some other things too.
Interested in death literacy, grief literacy, compassionate communities, public health palliative care, and some other things too.
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Last year we worked with three different workplaces to look more closely at the journey towards achieving the Bereavement Charter Mark - check out their different stories here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/charter-pilo...
January 20, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Last year we worked with three different workplaces to look more closely at the journey towards achieving the Bereavement Charter Mark - check out their different stories here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/charter-pilo...
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Limited places available on an upcoming EASE course in Leith!
11 February, 18 February, (note break), 11 March and 18 March from 1-3pm.
Duncan Place Community Hub in Leith
Book your free place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
11 February, 18 February, (note break), 11 March and 18 March from 1-3pm.
Duncan Place Community Hub in Leith
Book your free place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
January 15, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Limited places available on an upcoming EASE course in Leith!
11 February, 18 February, (note break), 11 March and 18 March from 1-3pm.
Duncan Place Community Hub in Leith
Book your free place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
11 February, 18 February, (note break), 11 March and 18 March from 1-3pm.
Duncan Place Community Hub in Leith
Book your free place by emailing samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
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We've worked as part of the Bereavement Charter group to develop a Manifesto.
It sets out 4 simple actions that the next Scottish Government can take to improve experiences for bereaved people in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/bereavement-...
It sets out 4 simple actions that the next Scottish Government can take to improve experiences for bereaved people in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/bereavement-...
January 9, 2026 at 8:45 AM
We've worked as part of the Bereavement Charter group to develop a Manifesto.
It sets out 4 simple actions that the next Scottish Government can take to improve experiences for bereaved people in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/bereavement-...
It sets out 4 simple actions that the next Scottish Government can take to improve experiences for bereaved people in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/bereavement-...
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The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill has now completed Stage 2. We've put together a summary of developments during Stage 2, including SPPC's input to the process: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/news/news/as...
December 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill has now completed Stage 2. We've put together a summary of developments during Stage 2, including SPPC's input to the process: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/news/news/as...
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It is National Grief Awareness Week. The Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief website signposts to a range of support and information for people in Scotland who are bereaved, including information on practical tasks, funerals, finances. www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/support-after/ #NGAW25
December 4, 2025 at 7:53 AM
It is National Grief Awareness Week. The Good Life, Good Death, Good Grief website signposts to a range of support and information for people in Scotland who are bereaved, including information on practical tasks, funerals, finances. www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/support-after/ #NGAW25
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We're delighted that the ITU/HDU Ward at St John's Hospital have been awarded the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces! Congratulations to the team who have shown real commitment to becoming a more bereavement-friendly workplace. www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark-employers/
November 28, 2025 at 9:15 AM
We're delighted that the ITU/HDU Ward at St John's Hospital have been awarded the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces! Congratulations to the team who have shown real commitment to becoming a more bereavement-friendly workplace. www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark-employers/
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Congratulations to Rashielee Care Home on being the 50th organisation to achieve the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces!
To find out more about the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces, see:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
To find out more about the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces, see:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
November 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Congratulations to Rashielee Care Home on being the 50th organisation to achieve the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces!
To find out more about the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces, see:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
To find out more about the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces, see:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
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This is #ChildrensGriefAwarenessWeek, a good time to check out the schools resources on our website:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
There's also the opportunity to be part of our pilot of the Bereavement Charter Mark for primary schools in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
There's also the opportunity to be part of our pilot of the Bereavement Charter Mark for primary schools in Scotland.
Bereavement Charter Mark for primary schools
We are currently piloting a Bereavement Charter Mark for Schools, and new schools are welcome to participate in the pilot. This is part of the work of the Scottish Bereavement Charter group.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk
November 17, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This is #ChildrensGriefAwarenessWeek, a good time to check out the schools resources on our website:
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
There's also the opportunity to be part of our pilot of the Bereavement Charter Mark for primary schools in Scotland.
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charte...
There's also the opportunity to be part of our pilot of the Bereavement Charter Mark for primary schools in Scotland.
My work is all about taking a public health approach to palliative care. But the term 'public health palliative care' isn't well understood. We made this short film that we hope makes things a little clearer.
Have you heard the term 'public health palliative care' and not been entirely sure what it means? If so, this new short film is for you! vimeo.com/1135830580?s...
What is Public Health Palliative Care
A short film explaining public health palliative care. Copyright: Scottish Partnership for Palliative Care, 2025. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/firelight License…
vimeo.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:19 PM
My work is all about taking a public health approach to palliative care. But the term 'public health palliative care' isn't well understood. We made this short film that we hope makes things a little clearer.
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This #ToAbsentFriends week, we are committed to achieving the #bereavementcharter mark for Rashielee. Today we witnessed friends returning to the #carehome for a visit following the death of a loved one and spoke with staff who continue on their #bereavement journey. #support
November 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
This #ToAbsentFriends week, we are committed to achieving the #bereavementcharter mark for Rashielee. Today we witnessed friends returning to the #carehome for a visit following the death of a loved one and spoke with staff who continue on their #bereavement journey. #support
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Is it too early to make plans for January? We don't think so! We have an EASE course coming up in Edinburgh:
Tuesdays 13, 20, 27 Jan & 3 Feb 2026
10.30am - 12.30pm
Victoria Manor Care Home, Albert Street
Book your free place: lindagillease@gmail.com
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
Tuesdays 13, 20, 27 Jan & 3 Feb 2026
10.30am - 12.30pm
Victoria Manor Care Home, Albert Street
Book your free place: lindagillease@gmail.com
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
November 13, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Is it too early to make plans for January? We don't think so! We have an EASE course coming up in Edinburgh:
Tuesdays 13, 20, 27 Jan & 3 Feb 2026
10.30am - 12.30pm
Victoria Manor Care Home, Albert Street
Book your free place: lindagillease@gmail.com
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
Tuesdays 13, 20, 27 Jan & 3 Feb 2026
10.30am - 12.30pm
Victoria Manor Care Home, Albert Street
Book your free place: lindagillease@gmail.com
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/plan-illness...
We're coming to the end of this year's To Absent Friends festival - so many lovely events providing opportunities for people to come together and share solace. #ToAbsentFriends
To close out To Absent Friends this year, we've got a Death Cafe, an open mic night, a playlist-building event, an online Death Cafe and a visual theatre performance. #toabsentfriends
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
November 7, 2025 at 10:32 AM
We're coming to the end of this year's To Absent Friends festival - so many lovely events providing opportunities for people to come together and share solace. #ToAbsentFriends
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Today's To Absent Friends activities are organised by Runforever and HMPG Peterhead, Rooted Willow, Duncan Place, Battlefield Community Project, North Berwick Coastal Community Connections and Humanist Society Scotland. #toabsentfriends
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
November 6, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Today's To Absent Friends activities are organised by Runforever and HMPG Peterhead, Rooted Willow, Duncan Place, Battlefield Community Project, North Berwick Coastal Community Connections and Humanist Society Scotland. #toabsentfriends
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
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In addition to today's To Absent Friends activities by Toryglen Community Base and Heart of Yew Ceremonies, visit the It Takes a Village exhibition at Duncan Place in Leith and the To Absent Friends exhibition at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
November 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
In addition to today's To Absent Friends activities by Toryglen Community Base and Heart of Yew Ceremonies, visit the It Takes a Village exhibition at Duncan Place in Leith and the To Absent Friends exhibition at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/blogs/festiv...
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The To Absent Friends Cookbook collects recipes and stories in memory of people who have died. You can mark To Absent Friends by preparing someone's signature dish or favourite food, or try one of the recipes from this book.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/cookbook/
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/cookbook/
November 1, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The To Absent Friends Cookbook collects recipes and stories in memory of people who have died. You can mark To Absent Friends by preparing someone's signature dish or favourite food, or try one of the recipes from this book.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/cookbook/
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/cookbook/
The #ToAbsentFriends Remembrance Playlist has grown into a beautiful and timeless collection of precious stories and memories: lnkd.in/ed7bR9mK
If you have a moment, and feel able to shed a tear, it is a warm and special place on the web.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/content/songs/
If you have a moment, and feel able to shed a tear, it is a warm and special place on the web.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/content/songs/
November 3, 2025 at 10:51 AM
The #ToAbsentFriends Remembrance Playlist has grown into a beautiful and timeless collection of precious stories and memories: lnkd.in/ed7bR9mK
If you have a moment, and feel able to shed a tear, it is a warm and special place on the web.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/content/songs/
If you have a moment, and feel able to shed a tear, it is a warm and special place on the web.
www.toabsentfriends.org.uk/content/songs/
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Fantastic to see this article in the East Lothian Courier about North Berwick's plans for the To Absent Friends Festival: www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/2555635... #ToAbsentFriends
Week of music, craft and conversation in town to help tackle grief
NORTH Berwick is set for a week of heart-warming creativity, musicality and connection this November, with a packed programme of events.
www.eastlothiancourier.com
October 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Fantastic to see this article in the East Lothian Courier about North Berwick's plans for the To Absent Friends Festival: www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/2555635... #ToAbsentFriends
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People of Grampian!
We have two EASE courses coming up in November. Please help us spread the word:
Tuesdays 4, 11, 18, 25 November, 6-8pm,
ALC Aberdeen (Tillydrone)
Fridays 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 1:30-3:30pm,
The Oaks, Elgin
More info/to book: samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
We have two EASE courses coming up in November. Please help us spread the word:
Tuesdays 4, 11, 18, 25 November, 6-8pm,
ALC Aberdeen (Tillydrone)
Fridays 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 1:30-3:30pm,
The Oaks, Elgin
More info/to book: samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 9:15 AM
People of Grampian!
We have two EASE courses coming up in November. Please help us spread the word:
Tuesdays 4, 11, 18, 25 November, 6-8pm,
ALC Aberdeen (Tillydrone)
Fridays 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 1:30-3:30pm,
The Oaks, Elgin
More info/to book: samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
We have two EASE courses coming up in November. Please help us spread the word:
Tuesdays 4, 11, 18, 25 November, 6-8pm,
ALC Aberdeen (Tillydrone)
Fridays 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 1:30-3:30pm,
The Oaks, Elgin
More info/to book: samara@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
If you're in Edinburgh and are interested in doing EASE now is your chance!
Do you live in or near Edinburgh? We have places available on two free EASE courses coming up in your area!
6 & 7 Oct, 10.30 - 3.30
Edinburgh Acting School,
Summerhall
8, 15, 22, 29 October, 10.30-12.30
Newington Trinity Church
Book your place: caroline@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
6 & 7 Oct, 10.30 - 3.30
Edinburgh Acting School,
Summerhall
8, 15, 22, 29 October, 10.30-12.30
Newington Trinity Church
Book your place: caroline@palliativecarescotland.org.uk
September 30, 2025 at 7:59 AM
If you're in Edinburgh and are interested in doing EASE now is your chance!
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Congratulations to Tea in the Pot on 20 years, and thanks for inviting us to table at your Women's Health Information Day this past weekend!
A great day to share biscuits, stories, info, and to make connections.
A great day to share biscuits, stories, info, and to make connections.
September 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Congratulations to Tea in the Pot on 20 years, and thanks for inviting us to table at your Women's Health Information Day this past weekend!
A great day to share biscuits, stories, info, and to make connections.
A great day to share biscuits, stories, info, and to make connections.
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The Scottish Government has published a new Palliative Care Strategy - 'Palliative Care Matters for All'. Read more here - www.gov.scot/news/new-pal...
September 10, 2025 at 12:16 PM
The Scottish Government has published a new Palliative Care Strategy - 'Palliative Care Matters for All'. Read more here - www.gov.scot/news/new-pal...
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We had a fab time running our Escape Room for the Curious Fest bsky.app/profile/roya...
You can run it in your own community - all you need is the space and some props and if you're in Scotland we'll send you everything else you need!
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/escape-room/
You can run it in your own community - all you need is the space and some props and if you're in Scotland we'll send you everything else you need!
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/escape-room/
September 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
We had a fab time running our Escape Room for the Curious Fest bsky.app/profile/roya...
You can run it in your own community - all you need is the space and some props and if you're in Scotland we'll send you everything else you need!
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/escape-room/
You can run it in your own community - all you need is the space and some props and if you're in Scotland we'll send you everything else you need!
www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/escape-room/
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We welcome projects of all kinds at the Scottish Partnership for Palliative Care Conference Poster Exhibition. Check out our website for details:
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/conf...
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/conf...
September 8, 2025 at 7:45 AM
We welcome projects of all kinds at the Scottish Partnership for Palliative Care Conference Poster Exhibition. Check out our website for details:
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/conf...
www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/conf...
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Huge congratulations to Simba Charity who have been awared the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces! They showed real commitment to creating meaningful change and becoming a more bereavement-friendly workplace 👏🏻🎉
More info here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark/
More info here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark/
August 25, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Huge congratulations to Simba Charity who have been awared the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces! They showed real commitment to creating meaningful change and becoming a more bereavement-friendly workplace 👏🏻🎉
More info here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark/
More info here: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/about-charter-mark/
Reposted by Rebecca Patterson
Hot of the press! Check out the latest news relevant to palliative care in Scotland: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/publ...
August 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Hot of the press! Check out the latest news relevant to palliative care in Scotland: www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/content/publ...