Death Cafe write-ups
Death Cafe San Miguel Write up
Posted by Woodland Hills Branch Library on July 22, 2026, 5:10 p.m.
For the first Death Cafe event at the Woodland Hills Library, it was quite successful. We had six attendees. Most were older and talked about their expereince providing hospice for their loved one.
One participant talked about losing someone suddenly in a vehicle accident at the same time as someone else in hospice dying from a long term illness.
People also discussed their dying loved ones seeing and talking to family members who had died before them.
Albany Virtual Death Cafe PST Write up
Posted by JimKirkpatrick on June 29, 2026, 8:42 a.m.
Genevieve and Jim have been co-hosting this Death Cafe since November 2022. Ten of us attended this gathering. We came from UK, Canada, NE and SE USA, North and Southern CA and MidWest. Sharing was interspersed with deep listening. We spoke of Death, Dying and Loss.
Remuera Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Timothy Giles on June 25, 2026, 11:52 p.m.
We are group of locals who get together every month to hold our own Death Cafe.
For us its a welcoming, relaxed place to have conversations abut death and dying and all the matters that arise around this part of life. We are all ages, our last meeting we ranged from 20’s to 80’s, with different cultures, spirituality and life experiences. What we have n common is the enjoyment of open conversation and time together around topics that sometimes our families or friends aren’t eager to talk about.
Our wonderful librarian Hilary, curates books ever month that she puts out. alongside tean and coffee, on ...
Brisbane Death Cafe in the Park (in person; date change due to rain) Write up
Posted by Kate Leotta on June 21, 2026, 5:43 a.m.
Very positive interactions on the day and positive feedback afterwards from attendees. One from the president of DWDQ and one from a Teacher/Yoga instructor. Please see attached image of Yoga instructor's completed Death Cafe feedback form.
The event was rated overall as excellent, normalising ones feelings about Death Cafe/life, and making one feel comfortable. It was reported that discussion went very well, with excellent facilitation and cake/drinks.
Six (6) words used to best describe my June Death Cafe: Open, Respectful, Informative, Friendly, Informative and Reassuring.
It was Yes! to telling others thinking of attending a Death Cafe and to be kept on a notification ...
Leuven Death Cafe Write up
Posted by CandacePhoenix on June 20, 2026, 10:58 a.m.
This was the first time we hosted a Death Cafe in Leuven. I collaborated with the International House of Leuven and could use their cosy salon space for free. A colleague who hosts an English speaking Grief Group attended as co-facilitator. We were able to communicate on the flyer and to the grief group that this event was different from the grief support group. There were four attendees plus us two facilitators, so 6 people. The conversation flowed really well during the session. There were comparisons of how funeral rituals work in Belgium, the Netherlands, India, and Ukraine. There was also discussion of living forever, knowing your death ...
Nunhead Death Cafe Write up
Posted by annkenrick on June 19, 2026, 6:02 a.m.
§Should we change our Western culture so that it marks the move into the last phase of life – not necessarily just when we are terminally ill, more generally as we get older? Reference made to the Hindu approach. [Problem with identifying when that is...]
§How do you encourage a family member to have the discussion about end of life (mother being ‘closed down’ by son not wishing to talk). Some suggested that humour can be a good way to enter into the subject.
§The difficulty for a medic in dealing with a personal end-of-life situation that they’ve come across and dealt with many times in the course ...
Saturday Death Cafe Portland, OR Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on June 13, 2026, 8:08 p.m.
Everyone enjoyed tea and cake before we began. We had a large group and wonderful participation at Friendly House. There were enough participants for three tables. David and Scott facilitated and Joan assisted. David can add a briefing on his table, but I thoroughly enjoyed my group. We spent a long time discussing NDE. Two attendees had personal experiences, and they explained them in detail. The remainder of the people asked many probing questions, and the conversation was intriguing. The remainder of the meeting we discussed loss and grief. There were lots of recent losses and some processing was necessary. Members were able to listen and support each ...
Prison Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Candy Penfold on June 6, 2026, 5:46 a.m.
Unfortunately this was my smallest session by far, but we still had a wonderful conversation - it ended up talking about food, so I talked about a death dinner I had been to and then we all talked about food that reminded us of people who had died.
I was very glad I brought the millionaires shortbread - that was by far the best cake to bring (also helped being vegan and gluten free!)
Truly magic, as always, just the greatest honour to hold this space.
Death Cafe 'Afterlife Soul Circle' Write up
Posted by lornamclean on June 2, 2026, 2:35 p.m.
Death Café Reflection
Our recent Death Café provided a warm, uplifting, and soulful space where people came together with open hearts and curious minds. Over tea, cake, and heartfelt conversation, participants shared thoughts, experiences, and reflections on death and dying in a welcoming and supportive environment.
The gathering encouraged meaningful dialogue, allowing individuals to explore a topic that is often difficult to discuss openly. Conversations were thoughtful, honest, and compassionate, creating a sense of connection and understanding among those who attended.
Many participants expressed appreciation for having a safe space to reflect on life's uncertainties, share personal experiences, and listen to the perspectives of others. The atmosphere ...
Death Cafe Iowa Write up
Posted by DeathCafeIowa on May 22, 2026, 10:18 a.m.
This was a lovely gathering where we discussed everything from heaven and hell to reincarnation and pet loss. The conversation was rich and full of life. There were 6 people in attendance.
Prison Death Cafe UK Write up
Posted by Candy Penfold on May 22, 2026, 4:43 a.m.
It is always amazing to me, the bravery of the people who attend my death cafe in prison, and open their souls to talk to one another.
I have taken to now being overtly neurodiverse welcome, so have fidget toys as well as refreshments and the much needed cake and tissues at hand, and I can see it does really help.
Can't wait for the next one.
Saturday Death Cafe Portland, OR Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on May 16, 2026, 7:10 p.m.
Today was our first Death Cafe on the westside of Portland at the Friendly House. The turnout was excellent with two large tables facilitated by Rosalie and Scott. My table was vibrant and engaged. One guest had recently lost her husband of 43 years. She was experiencing profound grief and loneliness. She had a small family and friends group leaving her with limited support. The group rallied around her, which gave us the opportunity to talk about grief and loss. We discussed many avenues of support and the importance of accepting help. We discussed terminal care and end-of-life care options. There was a long discussion of the importance ...
This was our first Death Café event and we have been so pleased with the positive feedback we’ve received.
13 people came along and left saying they felt more connected and that they’d really appreciated the opportunity to talk about death and dying when so many people around them in their lives weren’t able to have those conversations with them.
So what did we talk about? So much – and the following gives you a flavour:
- How difficult it was to talk about planning for your own death with your children when they thought you were being morbid
- Whether you should really ‘sort out all your ...