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Dying Matters in Leicestershire and Rutland

Dying Matters

in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

Improving end of life experiences for people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, their families and loved ones.

Who we are and how we can help

Dying Matters in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is dedicated to improving end of life experiences for people living in either county, their families and loved ones. 

This is an initiative from Dr Sarah Furness, His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland.

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This video highlights the real importance of planning for end of life and communicating our wishes to loves ones and care providers.  

Watch our Introductory Video

In the video, Dr. Sarah Furness (His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for Rutland), Jennifer Fenelon (Chair of Dying Matters in Rutland), and Claire Henry MBE (palliative and end of life care expert), explain why this initiative is so close to their hearts and how it will help our community. 

Helpful Information

Helpful information and contact details for health, care and support providers to help with every stage of end of life and bereavement.

Living Well

What assistance is there to enable me live well with a life limiting condition and to plan for my future care and  wellbeing?

Preparing for end of life

What to consider when you are planning ahead for end of life

Caring

Caring for someone can be demanding and difficult.  

There is more help available than you realise.

Near end of life

What you or the person you are caring for might expect, close to end of life

In an emergency

Knowing what to do when someone is dying

After a loss

Getting through the legal formalities and support for bereavement

Latest Announcements and Updates

The Christmas Memory Tree is back at The Falcon Hotel
The Christmas Memory Tree is back at The Falcon Hotel

The Christmas Memory Tree is back for National Grief Awareness Week

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Wisteria House and Snowdrop Home Care have been awarded The Rutland Snowdrop Award for Compassionate Care.
Wisteria House and Snowdrop Home Care have been awarded The Rutland Snowdrop Award for Compassionate Care.

Two very deserving winners celebrated their achievement at an Awards Tea hosted by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Sarah Furness

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Featured Blog Articles

Here you can see our latest news as well as a range of interesting and touching contributions from individuals and care providers. If you would like to contribute an article and share your experience to help others who are going through similar experiences, you can contact us via info@dyingmattersleicestershireandrutland.com

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Dying Matters in Leicester, Leicester and Rutland relies heavily on everyone's support. Please get in touch to find out how you can contribute financially and otherwise.

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N.B. - Dying Matters in Rutland advises you that as developers of this website we do not endorse or favour any provider.  We do not accept any responsibility for the provisions identified on the website or the values or standards of any of the providers. We strongly advise you always to refer to the Care Quality Commission or other public regulatory bodies, in addition to information on providers' own websites, to satisfy yourself about the quality of the services being offered and their suitability for you and / or your family members. 

Who we are

Dying Matters in RUTLAND CIO, Reg. Charity No.1202452 is dedicated to improving end-of-life experiences for  people of all ages, their families and loved ones. It was initiated by Dr Sarah Furness, His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland. 

We are also very grateful for any support you may be able to give to Dying Matters in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland via donations, which will help us to continue to manage and enhance our website and other projects. Our work helps to ensure people in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are able to have the best end of life experience possible.

Contact Us

Dying Matters in Rutland CIO, Registered Charity No.1202452

 

To contact Dying Matters in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, please message us via the contact page on this website or via email info@dyingmattersleicestershireandrutland.com

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