Event: Death Cafe

What Is a Death Café?
A Death Café is a relaxed, confidential gathering where people come together over tea, coffee and cake to talk openly about death, loss and end-of-life wishes. There’s no agenda or expert panel—just curious conversations, shared stories and supportive listening.

Why Attend?

• Break the Taboo: Create space to explore feelings and questions about mortality in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

• Find Connection: Meet others who are navigating similar thoughts or experiences.

• Gain Insight: Hear diverse perspectives that may help you plan or simply come to terms with life’s natural cycle.

Details

• When: [Day], [Date], 6:30–8:00 pm

• Where: Hospice Mid-Northland Café Room, 464 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri

• Cost: Koha (suggested $5 for refreshments)

• How to Register: Email fundraising@hospicemn.org.nz or call (09) 407 7799 by [RSVP date]. Spaces are limited to 12 participants.

What to Expect

• A brief welcome and explanation of the Death Café format

• Facilitated yet free-flowing conversation—no pressure, no judgments

• Tea, coffee, cake and gentle companionship

“Having the chance to speak about death openly brought me comfort and a sense of solidarity I didn’t know I needed.”
— Past Participant

Come, share, listen—and leave feeling a little more at peace with life’s greatest mystery.