2021 Dying to Know day events page
Welcome! You’ll be able to find a mixture of events and gatherings, some from the GroundSwell Project and others from communities around Australia who want you to know about their event. Some events will be online (via zoom or other platforms), many will be in person again (pending COVID restrictions). We will be showcasing many events so stay tuned to our Facebook page.
We always encourage events to be held anytime during August and it’s also okay if you decide to hold your event during any other month. Please register your event so we know what’s happening around the country.
It’s important to note that The GroundSwell Project does not endorse or represent all the events you find here, these are events designed by the community, and The GroundSwell Project recommends you attend based on your own judgement..
Covid information and Update as at Thursday 22 July
As we near the month of Dying to Know Day it’s important that everyone continues to monitor the ever-changing landscape of restrictions in place. Whether you are hosting an event or attending an event, please be sure you understand current conditions and restrictions relevant to your location via the Australian Government Dept of Health website.
Events are being held through to the end of the year to accommodate the uncertainty of restrictions happening State to State. If you would like support to convert your event from face to face to online (virtual) please just reach out to our campaign manager. via cherelle@thegroundswellproject.com.
Check out our events below.
We have many communities in the process of organising events throughout the year. We will be updating the events page most days.
Whether your event is public for others to attend, or you simply want to share what you’re doing, you decide if you want it posted or not, click on the link to the left and we can add it to our events page or simply record it on our events register.
Free End of Life Preparation Workshop - A Dying to Know Day Event, in partnership with the Port Fairy Community House
"To die well requires thought and planning". Dr Eric Fairbank. 8/8/2016. The Warrnambool and District Community Hospice is proud to present Dr Eric Fairbank's End of Life Preparation Workshop, a Dying to Know Day event, in partnership with the Port Fairy Community House in Port Fairy, 2021. This workshop is designed to give you and your family understanding and ease with the daunting task of end of life preparations. It will cover advance care planning, power of attorney, wills and other helpful end of life tips and resources. The coursework is based on Dr Fairbank's Manual for Living and Dying in Style.
To book: Please contact Port Fairy Community House to register for this event on Ph: (03) 5568 2681
The Grief Cocoon Open Mic
Share your stories on life, grief, and loss at an intimate open mic.
The Grief Cocoon is hosting an intimate open mic to share and listen to stories on life, grief, and loss . Bring a story, a song, a poem to share, or simply a listening ear.
There will be time to connect with others and share something about the lives you've been touched by, the grief that followed, or the general experience of loss.
This is for you if:
You're grieving a loss
You would like to make space and time to acknowledge your grief and meet others who want to do the same
You would like people to hear the story you have to share related to your loss
You would like to support those who are grieving by being a witness to their stories
You would like to have a better understanding of the experience of grief and how it impacts the lives of those who experience it
It will be a welcoming space, so there's no need to worry if you're coming alone. You'll be greeted with a warm smile and some chocolate too.
Details:
Thursday 05 Aug | 7pm (for a 7:30pm start).
Free entry for those who want to be part of the open mic
$15 for listeners
Please email thegriefcocoon@gmail.com with your name and the type of story (i.e. poem, song, prose, etc) you'd like to share as part of the open mic.
There will be a limit of 7 minutes to make sure there is time for everyone who wants to share something.
If you have any access requirements or questions, please email thegriefcocoon@gmail.com or contact Gabriela on 0412 083 202.
This event is proudly supported by Arts Gen and Footscray Community Arts Centre.
Book your ticket here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-grief-cocoon-open-mic-tickets-163021472613
The Last Hurrah Funerals Presents - Lifting The Lid
Lifting the Lid is an exhibition where Melbourne artists have been invited to paint a sustainably sourced coffin lid. The opening night will include a 'Deathling booth' - a kissing booth-style affair where people can confidently ask us any questions they have about death and dying. The Last Hurrah Funerals offers Original funerals for unique people. You can find out more about us here.
Dying to Know Day
This year, Indigo Shire Council is facilitating two events in Wahgunyah and Yackandandah to provide you with all the practical advice you need to start end of life conversations and preparations with your local services: Friday 13 August - Yackandandah - Helen McGowan - Halliday Solicitors, Christine & John - North East Funerals, Jennie - Last Expressions Creative Caskets, Nicole Stephens - End Stage Matters, End of Life Doula, Rose Sexton - Advance Care Planning & Palliative Care, End Stage Matters.
Bookings are essential due to gathering restrictions. Please contact the ageing well officer by email: ageingwellofficer@indigoshire.vic.gov.au or on 1300 356 003.
Dying to Know Day
This year, Indigo Shire Council is facilitating two events to provide you with all the practical advice you need to start end of life conversations and preparations with your local services. Presenters: Tony Jones - Howard Squires Funeral Directors Sue Filiopovich - End of life Doula & Advance Care Planner Sandie O'Toole - Community Nurse, Indigo North Health Julianne Whyte - Amaranth Foundation Steven Pitman -Palliative Care, Albury Wodonga Health Penny Bingham - Carer Advocate Sam Dempster - David Kotthoff Solicitors.
Bookings are essential due to gathering restrictions. Please contact the ageing well officer by email: ageingwellofficer@indigoshire.vic.gov.au or on 1300 356 003
Advance Care Planning Community Forum
This years dying2know day, Rosehaven Hospice is proud to present, a community forum on the importance of advance care planning and end of life care. We will have a panel of 6 guest speakers all specialists in their field, they will discuss their role in end-of-life care and the importance of advance care planning. Participants / Community Members will then be encouraged to ask questions to the panelist in regards to advance care planning and end-of-life care.
Guest speakers are:
Dr Andrew Wettenhall - Mansfield Medical Clinic
Andrew Howie - Funeral Director, McCormack Funerals
Katie Lockey - Prinicipal Solicitor, Mel Ryan Glen.
Libby Moloney - Founder and Managing director, Natural Grace
Helen Callanan - Founder, lead educator and end of life doula, Preparing the Way
Rosehaven Hospice representative
Bookings via https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=792066&
End of Life Conversations - A Dying to Know Day Event
The Warrnambool and District Community Hospice is proud to host End of Life Conversations, a Dying to Know Day Event.
End of Life Conversations is a free community event providing a welcoming space to explore how we can help ourselves and others live well and die well in our final chapter.
Karen Scull, an experienced End of Life Doula and volunteer with Warrnambool & District Community Hospice will lead the group discussion where people are encouraged to share experiences of death and learn from the stories of others.
Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided at this COVID safe event. Places are limited, so please reserve your free ticket to confirm your attendance here
Date: Sunday 8th August 2021
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm AEST
Venue: Crossley Hall, 212 Port Fairy-Koroit Road, Crossley. 3283.
Should COVID restrictions prevent a face-to-face event, End of Life Conversations will be help online and access information email to you.
Please call the Warrnambool and District Community Hospice on (03) 5563 3220 for more information.
https://www.thegroundswellproject.com/dying-to-know-day
"Dying to Know Day is an annual campaign where we encourage people to start conversations about death. During August, people hold events, gatherings at home, take individual action, and much more, all to improve their knowledge around choice at end of life.........." The Groundswell Project
Bringing death to life: grieving and celebrating life
Join Nillumbik Shire Council and Banksia Palliative Care at Bridges Restaurant to talk about death and dying, and how to support bereavement.
Enjoy a complimentary cake and coffee in celebration of Dying to Know Day.
This is the final session as part of a three-part series exploring palliative care, advanced care planning, and bereavement.
For more information, call 03 9433 3138 or email agedcare@nillumbik.vic.gov.au
Dying Matters - All you need to know about palliative care
What is palliative care?
Learn about palliative care and how people who are living with a life-limiting illness can live their best lives and have dignity in death.
Nillumbik Shire Council in collaboration with Banksia Palliative Care would like to invite you, your carers, and loved ones to join us in a three-part series exploring palliative care, advanced care planning, and bereavement.
Morning tea provided.
For more information call 9433 3138 or email agedcare@nillumbik.vic.gov.au
Part 1: Living your best life - advanced care planning on Thursday 24 June 10 - 11am
Part 3: Bringing death to life- grieving and celebrating life on Friday 6 August 1:30- 3:00pm
Living your best life: advance care planning
What is palliative care?
Learn about palliative care and how people who are living with a life-limiting illness can live their best lives and have dignity in death.
Nillumbik Shire Council in collaboration with Banksia Palliative Care would like to invite you, your carers, and loved ones to join us in a three-part series exploring palliative care, advanced care planning, and bereavement.
Morning tea provided.
For more information call 9433 3138 or email agedcare@nillumbik.vic.gov.au