Embrace Farm and Living Links are teaming up to hold a seminar on farming mindfulness, examining issues facing our rural and farming communities as part of Laois Connects Mental Health Week 2015. Last year, farm fatalities wrought a horrific toll across Ireland, with 30 people losing their lives, an 87% rise from 2013. The event will host a number of speakers on the topics of bereavement and support. Speakers include Brian Rohan, co-founder of Embrace Farm, on “What’s left behind”. The talk takes place in the Killeshin Hotel on 9 October at 7.30pm and all are welcome. For more information contact 057-8664107 or email dce@laoiscoco.ie