Death Cafe write-ups
Chelmsford Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Jane Iskander on July 28, 2018, 11:07 a.m.
I facilitated my first Death Café two days ago, Several people couldn’t easily find the event, in future I will provide a map and really good directions to the venue!
Once we were (eventually 15minutes after the advertised start time) all sitting with drinks and cakes I gave my prepared introduction to Death Café with a little history of the momvement and an outline of what it is, isn’t some ‘ground rules’ and my ‘plan’ for the session.
I began by introducing myself and saying a bit about why I want to hold Death Cafes, then invited the group to introduce themselves and say what brought ...
Vancouver Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Janet Rivers on July 27, 2018, 6:47 p.m.
Again we had 9 in attendance with lively conversation and chocolate cake. Excellent feedback from all.
We had a really nice time at last night's Death Cafe. 16+ people came together around two tables to talk about life and death ... and enjoy the moment ... with delicious cakes and cookies.
A few of the evening's participants have come to previous Death Cafes, but for most, it was the first time. We had a guest who lives in Mazatlén, Mexico.
The two hours just breezed by and were filled with the best topics.
Upminster Death Cafe Write up
Posted by MortuaryGem on July 23, 2018, 1:54 a.m.
The event could not have gone better if we’d tried! Time flew by and we had a big turnout of 14 people but the staff at the Cakery got involved too taking us up to 16. The discussion flowed well, and even when groups broke off to discuss their own topics it came back to the whole group at some point. We mainly ended up talking about funerals and planning, with a bit about song choices. There was also some talk around the concept of a ‘good death’. Very pleased with the outcome and looking forward to the next one!
This morning's Death Cafe at the Oley Valley Community Library saw a small, but engaged, group of people together to share interesting, considered thoughts in spirited and caring conversation about end of life.
We shared cookies, coffee and an exceptionally beautiful and scrumptious peanut butter-chocolate cake.
Cake, tea & coffee are as central to the Death Cafe as the surprisingly candid, caring and shared observations. Yes, it's entirely possible, even probable, to strike bonds in only two hours.
This was the second Death Cafe at the intimate Oley Valley Community Library collaboratively facilitated by the Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources Berks County partners' network.
Portland ME - Death Cafe Write up
Posted by gina colombatto on July 18, 2018, 7:02 p.m.
Fabulous to have 16 people show up for this cafe, and 1/2 of them were newbies. A powerful statement to the growth of this conversation.
So many shared experiences, intimate and tender, I feel honored to hold these personal stories with care.
Will be taking a break for July/August and look forward to more!
Chambana Death Cafe June 23, 2018 Write up
Posted by Sherry Gilles on July 17, 2018, 6:47 p.m.
It was a rainy day and we didn't think anyone was coming but there ended up being five of us talking about death.
We found a picnic table under a tree and we shared homemade blueberry cupcakes and juice.
Different modes of body disposal or burial were discussed along with a lot of discussion around what happens when bones are unearthed during construction.
People shared personal stories as well. About half way through the death cafe a misty rain started to fall. It was such a comfortable and comforting time spent with others.
Death Cafe Lewisham Write up
Posted by LewishamDeathCafe on July 16, 2018, 7:37 a.m.
September 1st saw the Thirty-Fifth consecutive monthly meeting of theLEWISHAM DEATH CAFE
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD FROM 2-4p.m. ON SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER at our usual venue – COFFEE COSTA – at 103 Rushey Green, London SE6 4AF [opposite Peacock's Dress Shop].
Ample parking is available on Saturdays in the steets behind Costa's. The RESIDENTS ONLY notices do not apply, for instance, between the corner of Honley Road, and Laleham Street.
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On 1st September we had 6 "Cafeteers" present, including two newcomers and one 'Returner' whom we hadn't seen for some time.
It really is a good idea to send out an invitation to ...
This was the first in a series of Death Cafes we plan to hold in SW19, and was held on the same afternoon as the finals of both the World Cup and Wimbledon. The cafe was attended by four people, who met together with myself and a co-host.
Informative, Insightful, Compassionate, Safe, Relief, and Flexible were words shared by participants in their feedback, to describe the experience of attending.
Our conversation touched on several themes around starting to talk about death to those we care about, about what we would ourselves want, and how we might broach the subject.
We explored differing views on whether children should be ...
Thank you to everyone who came to our first Sylvan Road Death Cafe.
It was inspiring that 21 people came to drink tea, eat Day of the Dead biscuits and discuss Death.
We look forward to hosting the next one on 9th September 2018.
Thanks
Victoria x
Death Cafe Iowa - June Write up
Posted by DeathCafeIowa on July 9, 2018, 1 p.m.
We were a small group in June – largely due to the BEAUTIFUL weather we had that day—so there were just 4 of us. We talked about:
· “We Croak” app that send 6 random reminders throughout the day that you are going to die, along with a quote about death/living fully
· That cremating and wearing jewelry in memory of a pet seems to be more acceptable that for the death of a person
· Physician assisted suicide vs. death with dignity: the difference and importance of language
· “Degrees” of suicide causes: mental illness, physical illness, doctor assisted, revenge, self-preservation
· Suicide attempts at the border (separation of families)
· The ...
Kapiti Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Kapitideathcafe on July 7, 2018, 9:55 p.m. 1 comment
What a fantastic turnout! With around 30 curious and courageous chatters about a subject close to all of us, it was a fantastic start to what looks to be an interested and active community of death talkers. Looking forward tothe next gathering. Well done Kapiti!!!
Death Cafe Newtown Write up
Posted by Melissa Halliday on July 7, 2018, 2:47 a.m.
Another day of shared community discussion over chai and Tim Tams- a brave courageous group of souls who spoke and shared stories about the death of parents who have served in the military and find it hard to cope in the 'real' world to the Jewish way of doing death. Feedback comments included; "Interesting hearing other people's stories and perspectives' to " thank you for this sharing and growth" to "better death literacy and confidence to engage with others at end of life" to "go with an open mind and don't feel compelled to take any position or share" and generally participants felt their experience was: "safe ...
Vancouver Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Janet Rivers on July 5, 2018, 1:23 p.m.
Had 9 in attendance with a selection of cakes this time. Active conversation and participation by all. The only comment was a wish to spend more time on the Advance Directive and Representative agreements. These are always mentioned but as facilitator I think it takes us away from open conversation.
Our second Wellingborough Death Cafe was smaller in number than the first one as a number of people couldn't make it at the last minute. There were a few new faces and the conversations around the table were lively. We were over run with cake and donated some to the local Christian Aid Coffee Morning.
We are planning another Death Cafe on Friday 20th July.