In-depth table discussions are an essential part of our training.
Practical work with Ichabod helps students learn first-hand.
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We keep numbers small to give all students the opportunity to participate.
Ichabod's coffin teaches students about the practicalities of the final journey.
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Ichabel also assists at the Soul Midwives' School in Dorset.
Ichabel also trains people to care for the dying.
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We also raise awareness around death and dying care and often attend events and conferences.
Here, Angie is being interviewed by a South Korean film crew at the Dying to Know Exhibition in Bournemouth. |
The expert panel for the on-stage discussion at the Dying to Know Exhibition, Bournemouth.
L-R: Angie McLachlan (Ichabod's creator), Steve Nimmo (Chester Pearce Funeral Service) and Mandy Preece (Being Rock) |
Ichabod spent two weeks with Southern Gas Network assessors, who were examining new gas engineers. He and his granddaughter played the role of a family who'd been overcome by gas fumes. We were proud to take part in this vital life-saving training at Streetwise, Bournemouth.
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Angie was a finalist in the 2015 Awards for her work with Ichabod. Her category - the person who has made a 'Major Contribution to the Understanding of Death'.
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In 2013, Angie was runner-up in the Embalmer of The Year category at the Good Funeral Awards. Pam St Clements gave out the awards and spoke about her deathbed scene as Pat in Eastenders. Liz Davis (left) was the winner.
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