Strathcarron Hospice and Glasgow School of Art team up to take the fear out of death

As part of the upcoming Demystifying Death Week (May 4 to May 10), the play, puzzle and plan event taking place on Thursday, May 7 at Strathcarron Hospice will feature a variety of games designed to help people open up on conversations about life and death.

Speaking about dying, death or the death of loved ones can be an uncomfortable conversation for many, however in partnership with the hospice, art school students have developed a creative community-led approach to allow for easier channels of dialogue and sharing of experiences.

Participants will be given the chance to take part in an escape room as well as several other fun challenges and interactive games.

In addition to opening up levels of communication for uncomfortable topics, the event has also been designed to allow those in attendance to share stories about their life, as well as hopes and dreams for the future.

The ticketed occasion is open to various groups including; community group members, carers, youth groups and students, as well as people involved in community wellbeing activities.

David Henderson compassionate communities lead officer for Strathcarron Hospice said: "We are delighted to be working in collaboration with Glasgow Art School on this unique event which explores conversations about death and dying.

"Talking about death can help people to confront their fears and uncertainties surrounding mortality.

“People find it difficult to talk about these subjects for many reasons. They may not want to say the wrong thing, or cause distress, however events like this which give people the opportunity to navigate challenging conversations side by side through playing games may ease those chats and open up lines of communication."

The Demystifying Death games event will take place between 2pm and 4pm at Strathcarron Hospice.

For more information or to grab yourself a ticket visit the Eventbrite website.