We believe it’s time for a more open conversation about death, dying and funerals.
In this blog, we give practical advice and ideas to help you if you are arranging a funeral or experiencing bereavement; answer your frequently asked questions/FAQs; and share stories, interviews and opinions.
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Heart of London Threshold Singers are part of a global movement of people who want to share the healing experience of song with people who are dying or grieving. Kish Modasia has been a member of the choir, which rehearses twice a month in west London, for three years.
When Michael died suddenly, Mark was knocked sideways by grief and guilt. It took an organisation called StrongMen to help him find the strength to pick himself up and keep on going. Mark shares his experience with us during Grief Awareness Week (2-8 December).
Jackie Engelberg is the Development Worker for Grief Encounters and Grief Meets, which supports LGBTQ+ people who have experienced bereavement. Here, she talks to us about the importance of peer support, why LGBTQ+ specialist services are still needed and how this project is the perfect fit for her.
For Baby Loss Awareness Week, Carla shared her experiences of fertility treatment, miscarriage and grief — and how she made peace with the struggles she faced.
Clare Montagu joins Poppy’s this week as our new Chief Operating Officer, leading our plans to reach more people and develop our service. Here, Clare explains why she’s excited about her new role, how working in a hospice has encouraged her to talk more openly about death and dying, and her plans for her own funeral.
For Organ Donation Week, we spoke to Gemma Morris about her family's decision to donate her husband’s organs after his death and what this decision means to her today.