RESIDENTS in Redditch and the surrounding district are being encouraged to talk openly about dying, death and bereavement.

A free ‘dying matters morning’ is being held at Wellbeing at the Wishing Well in St John Street, Bromsgrove on Saturday, January 24 from 11am to 1pm.

The event will give people the opportunity to meet a variety of professionals, all connected to end of life matters, in an informal and warm environment.

Event organiser Kim Lennard said: “We mostly shy away from talking about death and dying and yet it is a fundamental part of our existence. The morning provides an opportunity for a discussion about death.”

For more information contact Kim Lennard on 01527 835048.