With The End In Mind
Welcome, welcome to ‘With The End In Mind’
This is a ‘space’ that intends to be a really useful resource for all of you.
Maybe, you’re supporting a loved one at the end of their life, or perhaps you’re coping with a life limiting diagnosis yourself . . . or it could be that you find yourself navigating your way own through the depths of grief and loss.
Whatever has brought you to this page, please know that you are so very welcome.
I know from my own personal experience . . . along with the countless (though not faceless) individuals that I’ve supported throughout my entire career that, whenever death is ‘on the table’ it can turn your world upside down.
I’ve been in an incredibly privileged position of being there for and guiding these individuals, couples and families as they’ve navigated the turmoil and fallout that can occur at this time.
And, whenever (and however) it happens, the death of a loved one, a family member, friend or someone you know will always stop you in your tracks.
And this can be discombobulating and isolating.
Yet within this numbness, there’s an expectation that you will be able to function.
To consider all the choices you have available to you.
Make plans.
And make important decisions.
When, actually, all you want to do
is anything but that
So, here you will find a (growing) collection of information that will always be presented in a simple, ‘not to overload you’ sort of way.
~ Support, Guidance and Helpful Information. Which includes :
Downloadable Guides
Blogs
Signposting to charities & organisations who are skilled in supporting people and families like you
~ A series of Podcasts to introduce you to professionals you might be dealing with during this time
~ A number of workshops that will offer beautiful ways to honour your loved ones
~ As well as grief gatherings and funeral fairs.
All of which comes under the umbrella of ‘With The End In Mind’
Here to help, support and guide you.
And if you feel the need for more advice or guidance - or to arrange a chat, here’s my invitation to get in touch
Events
‘With The End In Mind’ ~ Springtime Gathering
Having a conversation about dying is never going to be easy.
Yet, not talking about it and leaving things unsaid about your choices or wishes can lead to so much sadness and regret
. . on both sides.
This ‘With The End In Mind’ event at GreenAcres Colney Living Memorial Park, seeks to create the opportunity to begin these sorts of conversations.
By bringing you the people who are the local experts in supporting people as they navigate these times.
By giving you the space to ask any questions you might have.
And showing you what options and choices you might have - and signposts as to how to access them.
Meeting, having conversations with these professionals and gaining the information you need . . . might just be the first positive step in being able to have that important conversation with your loved one.
Q&A Evening - Ely
Bring Your Queries, Ask your Questions
& Get The Information You Need.
Come and join us for a free, relaxed and friendly ‘Q&A Evening’ hosted by local professionals who are dedicated to supporting people as they navigate ‘life around death’.
‘With The End In Mind’ Event
Join us at 'With The End in Mind - a space for Compassionate Conversations Around Dying, Death and Beyond'.
This is a unique opportunity to come and meet the local experts and professionals who will be there to support you and your families . . . at the time when you need them.
Bring your questions, your curiosities . . . and explore your options.
We will be at the Assembly Rooms in Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7AB on Saturday 25th , 2025.
“With The End In Mind” - Anticipatory Grief Support For Carers
Yet, grieving is a process that can, actually, begin earlier than this.
And is called ‘Anticipatory Grief’
An Alternative Hallowe'en
Here's an alternative Hallowe'en Idea!
No tricks or treats.
Just a gentle, heartfelt ceremony to honour our ancestors.
As we take some contemplative time, in circle, we'll create our own individual spirit arrows, that hold our love and our gratitude for all those who have gone before us.
It may be that come with a particular 'someone' in mind or perhaps you just want to share your gratitude with family members and ancestral beings wayback through time. It is entirely up to you.
We will then take ourselves outside where, together, we will build a sacred fire - and create the space for a Fire Ceremony.
This gives us the opportunity to celebrate these special ones, their lives, their legacies and to share our gratitude for how their life has enabled us to have ours.
