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Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe ZARAUTZ (SPAIN)
Posted by Iñaki Peña Bandrés on March 29, 2017, 11:11 p.m. 1 comment
It took place on March 23, 2017. In the coastal town of Zarautz (Basque Country), at Hotel Alameda.
Hosted by nurse Amaia Artze and doctor Iñaki Peña, and attended by a total of 14 people:
- 7 women and 7 men.
- Below 50 year old 7 people and >50 another 7.
- 6 health proffesionals, 8 people holding another employment status.
People came from different backgrounds:
- One man came from a Christian parish an one couple from a Buddhist community.
- One 60 year-old woman was going through the anticipatory grief for her husband, ill with cancer.
- One 40 year-old woman told us about having esoteric experiences.
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Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe in Nelson, New Zealand
Posted by Kristinerose on March 28, 2017, 11:54 p.m.
There was a small number of particapants at this meeting..which allowed all present more time to speak There was a palitable sence of intamacy as stories around loss were shared.. The particapants are aware it is not a bereavement support group. But the safety in the group is such that the emotion of saddness showed its face. One particapant suggested the language to desribe Death Cafe as " Refreshing-Delicious".. and I dont think she was refering to the beverage and cake, although that was good too. Other coments were "Great to share thoughts-hope open speech (about death) spreads to more people in the community...and " Wonderful- THank-you."
Death Cafe write up: Hornby Island, BC Death Cafe VIII
Posted by Sylvia Sienikehä Elysiana on March 28, 2017, 3:28 p.m.
Great group and conversation... Alternative options for burial and cremation. Creative ideas and solutions.
Death Cafe write up: St Albans Death Cafe
Posted by KRay on March 27, 2017, 9:57 a.m.
The venue was welcoming and comfortable with lots of yummy cakes to choose from. The Death Cafe meeting took place in the private dining room which was a lovely space for a couple of hours of interesting and thought provoking discussion. Everyone comes to a Death Cafe for a different reason and everyone has a different perspective to offer or a different question to ask.
Death Cafe write up: Aberystwyth Death Cafe
Posted by NicolaDunkley on March 27, 2017, 8:36 a.m.
There were 7 of us at the latest Death Café in Aberystwyth. It was co-facilitated by Nic Dunkley and Ian Kavanagh. Viv Hammond gave her apologies. Evaluations came back saying:
Overall, how would you rate this event? 5=excellent. 1=poor.
2 offered 5, 4 offered 4 and 1 offered 3.
-Thankyou, it feels like I made an important start.
-Comfortable environment.
-small group - intimate and easy to talk
-I found it really insightul, hearing others speak about what I fear
-Again, an interesting and engaging discussion
Would you say that attending this event affected your feelings about death and/or life? If yes, please attempt to say ...
Practitioners question: Death Cafe in inner Melbourne?
Posted by Ocelot1771 on March 25, 2017, 11:38 p.m. 1 comment
Hi,would anyone be interested in a Death Cafe in the inner Melbourne (Australia) area? I'm thinking of hosting one and just seeing whether anyone would be interested in attending one here.
Thanks
Death Cafe write up: Carmel Death Cafe
Posted by evoci on March 25, 2017, 3:05 p.m.
We had 12 people attend, and enjoyed some delicious lemon cheesecake squares, tea, coffee and water Participant comments included:
" I felt free to talk about death and not feel awkward or judged. Grateful that this is offered! Thank you!"
"Three words: open, helpful, nonjudgemental!"
"Heartfelt, compassionate and caring group."
"Thoughtful, safe and confirming."
"I enjoy this gathering. There is always a lively discussion and sharing. Interesting and curious people come to share their viewpoints."
"Having common thoughts and questions and ideas about death and life. Reaffirming the commonality of people thinking about death."
"It's always a pleasure to have your facilitation; you are helpful in the way ...
Death Cafe write up: Chambana Death Cafe March 2017
Posted by Sherry Gilles on March 21, 2017, 12:32 a.m.
Chambana Death cafe March 4, 2017 was held at the Unity Church and Spiritual Center in Urbana, IL. There were 13 of us and six people were new and, some were not. There were about four no shows also.
Three people found us through the death cafe website and several through public FB event posting. Also the church advertised through their bulletin as well.
Eve joined us at the last death cafe and this time brought cake. She is an archaologist with the U of I and has been involved in human remains excavation in IL among her many responsibilities.
Deb is a minister at the church. She ...
Practitioners question: Finding a venue?!
Posted by Jools Barsky on March 20, 2017, 9:22 a.m. 1 comment
Trying to find a cafe to hold a Death Cafe in Edinburgh (Scotland). I've been emailing a few describing what it's all about but no one has got back to me. I have been clear that I don't need anything from the cafe other than functioning as ...
From the website:
THE FIVE INVITATIONS
Discovering What Death
Can Teach Us About Living Fully
Death is not waiting for us at the end of a long road. Death is always with us, in the marrow of every passing moment. She is the secret teacher hiding in plain sight, helping ...
Death Cafe write up: Highcliffe Death Cafe
Posted by Lis Horwich on March 15, 2017, 11:40 a.m. 1 comment
Such an interesting death café this afternoon with some very lively discussions with a large group of people including a few newcomers, which is always lovely.
Talked about funerals, the fact that there is a waiting time for a death certificate often, more than the 5 days dictated by law! What do we do with the ashes from our death relatives, they can weigh up to 6-7 pounds where half is the coffin. What about direct disposal, which means that the body of the person who has died goes straight off to be cremated or buried without a funeral ceremony. John Lennon was directly cremated, as were Anita ...
New Blog post: Grief is an aspect of love - an haiku
Posted by Fustbariclation on March 14, 2017, 10:46 p.m. 1 comment
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe in Pullman, WA
Posted by FriendsofHospice on March 13, 2017, 3:17 p.m.
Sixteen people gathered at the Old European Restaurant in Pullman, Washiington on March 11 for the Death Cafe. People appreciated having a local Death Cafe to attend. The topics of death, dying, and living well now were discussed and the 2 hours flew by! Treats purchased from Old European were enjoyed by all. Sponsored by Friends of Hospice and facilitated by Annie Pillers and Terrie Teare, the most often asked question was: "When is the next one?" Stay tuned! We will announce it on this site and on our website: www.friendsofhospice.net.
Death Cafe write up: Bath city center Death Cafe
Posted by edowling on March 11, 2017, 1:29 a.m.
Next meeting April 2nd 2017. 3-5pm
Running to oblivion, the wonderful race, of life.