Instead of light conversations around a meal, Granite VNA, in partnership with Bennett Funeral Home, is hosting a dinner on Wednesday where attendees will engage in conversations about death and dying.

Guided by end-of-life experts from a hospice team, this intimate gathering dubbed โ€œDeath over Dinnerโ€ will be held on April 17 at the Celebration of Life Center at Bennett Funeral Home in Concord at 6 p.m.

Attendees will have the opportunity to openly express their thoughts on death and dying.

โ€œDeath over Dinner provides an environment for participants to openly express their thoughts about death and dying,โ€ said Kris Green, Granite VNA Chief Hospice Officer. โ€œAlthough different for everyone, the process of sharing these feelings enables us to prepare for challenging moments and reaffirm what is most important to us.โ€

This event is free of charge and open to the public, but space is limited, so pre-registration is required.

To learn more and secure your spot, visit granitevna.org.

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