Living Well Dying Well Training

20/08/2026

A few snapshots from our first course at Worcestershire Wildlife Trust: our trainers, moments from the course and the Buck Moon watching over it all.

It was a pleasure to bring our training to this beautiful setting, surrounded by nature and with a real sense of being grounded in the natural environment.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made our first course here so memorable.

14/08/2026

We each come to conversations about death and dying from different places, bringing our own knowledge, experiences, and questions.

Here, Chipo shares a reflection on her experience of training with Living Well Dying Well.

If you are considering training with us, our learner support team is available for a conversation to explore the training and answer any questions you may have. Contact us directly, or find out more about our upcoming courses via the link in our bio.

07/08/2026

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17/04/2026

This week, we welcomed a group of learners in London for Module 2 of their face to face training. Each course brings together people with diverse experiences and perspectives, and these contributions make each group unique.

One learner created this beautiful piece of calligraphy to share with the group, made during a Japanese calligraphy class in the evening between sessions.

The words they chose reflect themes of nature and growth.

16/04/2026

When conversations about death and dying begin to open up, something shifts.

You may have seen recent headlines about Nicole Kidman opening up about end of life doula training and sharing her personal experiences.

What feels important is not the headline itself, but what it makes possible.

It is when something like this is spoken about more openly that people begin to recognise their own curiosity and reflect on their knowledge and experiences with death and dying.

We see (and welcome) people from all walks of life on our courses. Not because they are following a single path, but because something about this feels important to them.

In a media buzz, it’s important to remember that end of life doulas are not there to replace healthcare professionals; they sit alongside them and fill in the gaps. The role of an end of life doula is to support the person who is dying, the people and the things that matter most to them.

We hope moments like this continue to open up conversations around death and dying, and gently raise awareness of the role of end of life doulas.

21/03/2026

During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, it feels important to share some of the ways we have and can support neurodivergent learners during our end of life doula courses.

We also understand that everyone is on their own journey, so we start by listening.

Some people know what support works well for them, and for others, being asked to “tell us what you need” can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve brought together some examples of how we can help, from preparation to learning environments and assessments.

We hope this offers some helpful insight into what learning with us can feel like. If you’d like to talk things through or explore what support might work for you, please feel free to get in touch, you’ll find our contact details on the final slide.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week may be coming to a close, but our support, understanding, and our own willingness to learn is ongoing. We’ll continue to share more from different perspectives in the weeks ahead.

19/03/2026

As Neurodiversity Celebration Week continues, we wanted to share Lucy's experience.

We understand that there are many different ways people approach learning, and we consider this throughout your learning experience.

From venue choices for face to face courses, online courses, and pre/post course learner support calls, we think carefully about individual needs and how people experience and engage with learning.

We have extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners, and we continue to listen, learn and adapt so each person can find their own path on their learning journey with us.

Stay tuned this week as we share more about how we celebrate and support neurodiversity across our organisation.

Thank you, Lucy, for your kind and encouraging words.

18/03/2026

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week, and what better way to honour it than by sharing a beautiful poem written by one of our neurodivergent learners, Angela, who has kindly given us permission to share her poem.

Thank you, Angela, for allowing us to share your words.

Tapping into our creativity can offer a powerful way to express experiences, perspectives, and emotions that are not always easy to put into words. Poetry in particular can support reflection, emotional processing, and connection.

How does neurodiversity shape creativity and expression for you?

This week, we will share more about how we celebrate and support neurodiversity within our organisation.

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12/03/2026

In our last post, we revisited our mission and reflected on why we do what we do. Our Foundation Course is the first step in our End of Life Doula training pathway. It offers an opportunity to explore death and dying through a person-centred, reflective learning experience.

With community at the heart of that mission, we are continuing to bring our face to face training to a variety of geographical areas. We are pleased to share some of the locations for upcoming courses. Cambridge is a new location for us, Todmorden is a welcome return after some time away, and we continue to hold courses in London and Sussex, where many people have begun their learning journey with us.

Upcoming Foundation Courses:

Cambridge
Days 1–3: 7–9 April
Days 4–5: 27–28 May

London
Days 1–3: 11–13 May
Days 4–5: 16–17 July

Sussex
Days 1–3: 8–10 June
Days 4–5: 22–23 July

Yorkshire
Days 1–3: 16–18 June
Days 4–5: 1–2 September

Full details and booking information can be found through the link in our bio, or please get in touch with the office if you have any questions.