Death Cafe write-ups
This is the first time I attended the Kendal (Cumbria, England) Death Café and very glad I did. It was well organized by Susie and Jane who were both extremely welcoming. The venue (Warehouse Cafe at the Brewery Art Centre) was well suited to the gathering in that the seating was naturally subdivided to enable small groups to chat comfortably and intimately. I found the whole experience very enlightening and the conversation was easy, varied and informative. I had intended to leave early to head to another engagement but found the time slipped by so easily that I stayed until the end and missed my later meeting! All ...
Swindon Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Sue Holden on Aug. 7, 2018, 4:17 a.m.
Six people attended this month and the conversation around watching somebody die and suppoerting them through was intimate, revealing and beautiful.
Next meeting August 14th.
Death Cafe Ajijic Write up
Posted by CafeMortalityAjijic on Aug. 6, 2018, 7:04 p.m. 2 comments
A group of American, Canadian, and UK ex-pats and “snowbirds” recently gathered for the first Death Café Ajijic, Mexico. There were 18 persons present at Café El Grano including an anesthesiologist, a hospice nurse, a hospice social worker, a psychiatrist, teachers, and others. There were two facilitators who work with end-of-life planning and transitions.
If the term Death Café (excuse the brash wording, I prefer Sacred Conversation or The Conversation) is new to you, you may hear it more and more. Death Cafes or Café Mortels began with Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz who held over 100 such meetings in his native country until recently. In 2011, Jon Underwood ...
Kapiti Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Kapitideathcafe on Aug. 2, 2018, 11:38 p.m.
With around 10 daring death discussers, we were able to really get into sharing deeply our thoughts and wonderings about the process and aspects of death in our society and how we can be more aware of choices. It was a fantastic two hours. Looking forward to building more and deepening our community
Monmouth County Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Beth Almerini on Aug. 2, 2018, 7:58 p.m.
Death comes to us all, including Death Cafe moderators. The June meeting was cancelled due to a death in my family.
The 1st community gathering of Death Cafe of Northeast Florida was held on 08/01/18, hosted by The Sacred Servant and facilitated by Nada Frazier. 30 diverse and curious people attended, including folks that came from Gainesville, FL and Hendersonville, NC. The group enjoyed a Dia' De Los Muertos decorated cake and other refreshments. Discussions varied, including history and intent of Death Cafes, what drew the attendees to choose to attend, personal experiences with death, discussions with loved ones regarding death, and how exploring death leads to more fully living our lives. Comments included how important it is for communities to gather to discuss death, with many ...
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 ...