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Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe: Hatfield MA Council on Aging

Posted by LCHummel on Nov. 7, 2023, 10:52 a.m.

The Hatfield, MA, Senior Center Death Cafe was held on Nov 2, 2023. Fifteen older adults met to discuss death and our common mortal experience over the traditional coffee and cake. Individuals voiced curiosity and a desire to talk about a subject that is often feared and avoided. Topics included the meaning of a "good death", self determined life closure, and planning for one's eventual demise. Ways to discuss one's end of life care wishes with loved ones was explored, as well as using humor to offset the pangs of dying and grief.

Discussion was engaging, spirited and supportive, and those in attendance welcomed this opportunity ...

Death Cafe: Death Cafe: Hatfield MA Council on Aging

Posted by LCHummel on Aug. 22, 2023, 12:11 p.m.

With Laura Hummel: Hatfield Council on Aging

Nov. 2, 2023, 2.00 p.m. - 3.30 p.m. (EST)

Free

The Death Cafe at the Hatfield Council on Aging is a place for individuals to come together to informally talk about Death, drink coffee and eat cake!

Our objective is ...