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Death Cafe write up: Albany WA Death Cafe
Posted by Albany WA Death Cafe on Sept. 30, 2016, 7:38 p.m.
A particularly loud and lively gathering today!
We spent part of the session in a single group of about 12 and part split into two or three groups, so the conversation was wide-ranging, coming together as the numbers dwindled to share our experiences of the afternoon.
Several of us had seen the film 'Alive Inside' earlier in the week (about music and dementia) and we talked about how that might also relate to palliative and end-of-life care, which linked into discussions about the sorts of things that evoke special, pleasurable memories for us - particular songs/music, favourite perfumes, the aromas of foods our mothers or grandmothers cooked. We ...
Death Cafe write up: LOS ANGELES, CA Death Cafe
Posted by MadameLibrarian on Sept. 29, 2016, 4:08 p.m.
9/27/16
16 attendees
Our session began with a discussion about a documentary “How to Die in Oregon” and we discussed right-to-die issues v. assisted dying. It is available on Netflix and youtube.
We talked about fear—are we afraid of dying? Some more than others, some not at all and consensus was that it got easier as you got older and had had some time to live. One young man said it made him appreciate his family in the ‘now’ and to live for the moment.
Are we familiar with near-death experiences? There were several interesting stories around this.
The word relief often came up. Most ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe in Cirencester
Posted by mysticmoon on Sept. 26, 2016, 12:28 p.m.
Seven of us gathered together in Jane Saunderson’s lovely wooden lodge, located at the rear of her equally delightful autumnal garden in Stratton, Cirencester. It was the perfect place to nestle down with a cup of tea and a piece of carrot cake to talk about things that really matter.
I know I have said this before, but I am always amazed by the willingness of those who come to these pop-up death cafes to throw aside reserve, and open up so quickly and with such honesty. We are, after all, mainly strangers when we meet.
It’s also interesting that the café often starts with conversations ...
Death Cafe write up: Swindon Death Cafe
Posted by Sue Holden on Sept. 26, 2016, 8:17 a.m.
This first Death Cafe in Swindon was very well attended by a wide range of people. Discussion centred around the question of why it takes so long between someone dying and the funeral. This brought into conversation what happens in other countriesafter someone dies.
Everyone contributed and said they had found the evening informative and interesting and that they would attend the next one on October 11th.
Death Cafe write up: Highcliffe Death Cafe
Posted by Lis Horwich on Sept. 26, 2016, 5:47 a.m.
Wednesday the 21st of September a group of 8 people descended in my “Observatory” talking about death. We spoke about the beauty of laying a body to rest in the home, dreams related to death and “Old Harry’s Game” on Radio 4 evenings 6.30pm, listen on IPlayer: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007zv7f
We mentioned Living Will with the option of keeping it in a green box with a x, possible in your kitchen or sitting room.
ICE (in case of emergency) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_Case_of_Emergency an essential tool for storing details on your mobile phone.
As we often do, the talk ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Grants Pass
Posted by grantspass on Sept. 25, 2016, 5:13 p.m.
Each participant was encouraged to discuss what was most important to her/him. Within 10 minutes of starting, the room was filled with chatter and laughter. One person comented "it's good to be with people who are open to discussing it" (death.) Anoter noted "I didn't know the Death Cafe would be so much fun." Lots of chocolate brownies, and veggies and dip disappeared from the searving platters.
Press: Death Cafe: Let's talk about death over tea and cake
Posted by Cole Imperi on Sept. 24, 2016, 8:28 a.m. 1 comment
Our first Cincinnati-region Death Cafe was covered by the Cincinnati Enquirer! It's this Friday, and we can't wait.
Thanks to St. Elizabeth Healthcare Comunity Grief Support Center for providing Space, The Globe for providing the cake and Bean Haus for providing tea and coffee!
See more at: The Cincinnati Enquirer
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Cork
Posted by Beth Wallace on Sept. 23, 2016, 9:57 a.m.
What an honour and a privilege it was to facilitate Cork's first Death Cafe!
Approximately 20 people gathered in the cosy & welcoming surroundings of Myo Cafe on the Autumn Equinox. The group varied in age from early 20s to mid 60s, was slightly more female than male, and a mix of at least 7 different nationalities!
Here's what some of the participants said:
It was:
warm, interesting, educational, relaxed, cosy, intimate, surprising, friendly, natural, healing, insightful, pleasant, enjoyable, sociable, ground breaking, different, expansive, challenging, safe, hard, easy
Here's what some participants said to people thinking about coming to a Death Cafe:
''Please go!''
''It is ...
Death Cafe write up: Carmel Death Cafe
Posted by evoci on Sept. 19, 2016, 1:39 p.m.
Our focus was on suicide as we began by discussing the Wisconsin 14 year old who wishes to stop treatment, enter hospice and die and the controversy her wishes have generated.
Evaluation comments included answers to the question, What three words would you use to describe this Death Cafe experience?
* depth, compassion and joy
* Expansive, enlightening and wonder
* Interesting, probing and informative
* Insightful, spiritual and safe
* Safe, connecting and tolerance
* Exploration of messages from other side
One person wrote, :I always feel so blessed when I leave and I truly enjoy these gatherings."
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Tampa
Posted by Cat Martin on Sept. 19, 2016, 5:48 a.m.
A very enjoyable and lively conversation.
MeetUps.com is a fabulous way to let people know about events
And we have
https://www.meetup.com/Death-Cafe-Tampa/
Quick question, just wondering who to talk to regarding upcoming death cafes in Australia/Brisbane? I really want to discuss this topic and I think this is an excellent way to go about it.
I write a lot about death on my blog so if you'd like to join ...