When someone is nearing the end of their life, having another person there, a steady presence, a gentle hand, someone simply just sitting next to them, can bring immeasurable comfort.
White Lotus Season 3, Episode 6- “Death is a happy return, like coming home”
Are you watching White Lotus? One moment really stood out to us in episode 6, and it got us thinking…
Conquer Mount Kilimanjaro with the Anne Robson Trust
Sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness are the ones that may seem insignificant in the moment. These are the ones that truly make a difference.
Random Acts of Kindness
Sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness are the ones that may seem insignificant in the moment. These are the ones that truly make a difference.
15 years on, remembering Anne Robson
Today marks 15 years since my mother, Anne Robson, sadly died after a week’s stay in hospital following a fall.
The Role of Faith and Religion in End of Life Care
Death may be one of the most personal experiences anyone can go through. Each individual’s journey is shaped by their own experiences, beliefs, and values.
What is a death doula?
You may have heard of birth doulas – helping parents in the run up to the birth, during labour and after it, based on what’s required. But have you heard of death doulas?
“Being a Butterfly Volunteer makes life more meaningful”
Being a Butterfly Volunteer and supporting people at the end of their life can be a profound experience.
Have you got your ‘House in Order?’
The 8th May 2024 will be the UK’s first Advance Care Plan Day. This year’s theme is ‘Getting your House in Order’.
Dying is not as bad as you think
In our humble opinion this short video “Dying Is Not As Bad As You Think,” by Dr Kathryn Mannix is 4 minutes of footage that every person should watch.
A Letter To My Grandchildren
We are constantly humbled by the amazing work of the Butterfly Volunteers. A member of one of the teams recently told us about a letter he helped a patient to write to her Grandchildren in the days before she died.
Actively Dying: What Does it Mean?
A number of people have asked us recently what it means when a doctor tells you someone is actively dying.