Advanced Planning – Go Wish Card Game : Many people attempting to fill out advance directives (living will & health care power of attorney) for the first time, or reviewing them later, feel anxious or frustrated by the choices they are asked to make. What makes life worth living? Breaths taken or puppy kisses, reading […]
About this Death Cafe
All are welcome at the Orange County Death Cafe; however our capacity is currently limited to 25 people. Please email Anne Weston at annecweston@yahoo.com to RSVP.
About Endswell Urn Gallery
The Orange County Death Cafe will feature rotating facilitators from the community who have experience hosting other death cafes in North Carolina. This monthly meeting will take place at the Endswell Urn Gallery in Hillsborough, NC.
You must RSVP to attend. This event fills up fast. If we are at capacity, your name will be added to the list for the next Death Cafe.
We are welcoming Sara Williams as the facilitator on September 20, 2023. Sara is the founder of Shrouding Sisters and the President of the NC Funeral Consumers Alliance as well as the National Funeral Consumers Alliance.
This will be a potluck dinner. Please bring a dish to share. Refreshments will be provided.
10/5/23 – 10/8/23 SHAKORI HILLS GRASSROOTS FESTIVAL Endswell will have an advocacy booth at the Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival in Pittsboro from October 5-8th, 2023 https://www.shakorihillsgrassroots.org/
Rebuilding Through Grief. November 4 – 10AM to 12PM Facilitated by Brecklyn Walters. Open to all community members mourning a death and who desire to navigate through grief together. Cost: Sliding scale $20 to $50 (no one turned away for lack of funds) Location: Endswell Water Cremation 407 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Register Now. […]
About this Death Cafe All are welcome at the Orange County Death Cafe; however our capacity is currently limited to 25 people. Please email Anne Weston at annecweston@yahoo.com to RSVP. About Endswell Urn Gallery The Orange County Death Cafe will feature rotating facilitators from the community who have experience hosting other death cafes in North […]
Echoes of Celebration: Grief Support for Holidays and Special Times. November 18 – 10AM to 12PM Facilitated by Brecklyn Walters. Open to all community members mourning a death and who desire to navigate through grief together. Cost: Sliding scale $20 to $50 (no one turned away for lack of funds) Location: Endswell Water Cremation 407 […]
It is so important to ensure that we have our final stage plans in place, and with more end-of-life options becoming available there is much to consider. Join Bluestem Conservation Cemetery and Endswell Water Cremation and Urn Gallery for a discussion on end-of-life options available in Orange County. Dinner served at 5:30 pm
Healing Journeys: Navigating and Coping with Grief. December 2 – 10AM to 12PM Facilitated by Brecklyn Walters. Open to all community members mourning a death and who desire to navigate through grief together. Cost: Sliding scale $20 to $50 (no one turned away for lack of funds) Location: Endswell Water Cremation 407 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough, […]
https://endswellfuneralhome.com/going-green/ This 1-hour presentation will feature an overview of emerging trends in death care as well as eco-friendly burial and final disposition options available in North Carolina. Hunter Beattie, of Endswell Aquamation, will discuss the environmental impact of modern burial practices and cremation, and present alternative choices like green burial and aquamation (water cremation). Following […]
Join us at The Farm for The Chamber's 2024 Community Bocce Derby presented by Piedmont Health The Community Bocce Derby: Where fun meets purpose, and connections flourish. This annual fundraiser for The Chamber offers camaraderie and friendly competition for our local business community to gather, forge meaningful new connections, and celebrate the spirit of togetherness. Ways to Participate: […]
Join us for a discussion on aquamation @ The Orange County Library from 1pm-2:30pm
From World Oddites Event: Raleigh – Welcome to our 2nd Annual Raleigh Event! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. We feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre […]
All are welcome. Come tour our facility and learn more about aquamation. Please RSVP by emailing support@endswellcremation.com
The Project EngAGE End of Life Choices Senior Resource Team is hosting Orange County’s FIRST End of Life Expo. Information, engrossing conversation/vendors, a raffle and more!
Endswell Water Cremation & Urn Gallery will have a booth at the third annual WCKD WKND - Witchcraft art market. Stop by and visit our unique table!
The EnoFest raises awareness and funds to protect and restore exceptional places that provide our region with clean water and healthy forests, wildlife and natural areas, and open space. For more information about the Festival. Visit our www.enofest.org
The EnoFest raises awareness and funds to protect and restore exceptional places that provide our region with clean water and healthy forests, wildlife and natural areas, and open space. For more information about the Festival. Visit our www.enofest.org
The Orange County Death Cafe will meet: Wednesday, 7/17/24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Endswell Funeral Home, 407 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough. As is our habit, this will be a potluck (no assignments, just bring what you'd like to eat). And please help us reduce our single-use footprint by bringing your own plate, utensils, and napkin. Please […]
Are you curious about Endswell? Aquamation? Green Burial? Green Cremation? What is a modern funeral home? Come find out! Join us for a lunch and learn! RSVP by emailing support@endswellfuneralhome.com
Making end of life decisions can be daunting, with so many options and choices available. It can seem as if we're running in circles trying to create our plans.Wouldn't it be easier if the resources and supports were accessible in one place? Join Hunter Beattie as he introduces the platform "Farewell, Earth," a central location […]
Join us as we discuss emerging trends in death care: Green Burial, Death Doulas, Aquamation, Home Funerals, and more!
RSVP to join. Space is limited. Potluck. Please email Anne Weston at anne@greenburialproject.org
What is a modern funeral home? Come have lunch and learn with us!
Join us for an illuminating panel discussion as we delve into the invaluable roles of death doulas and hospice nurses in providing compassionate end-of-life care. This session will explore how these dedicated professionals offer essential support, guidance, and comfort to individuals and families navigating the final stages of life.
Topics of discussion include:
Understanding Death Doulas: Learn about the role of death doulas as non-medical companions who provide emotional, spiritual, and practical support throughout the dying process.
Insights from Hospice Nurses: Gain insights into the specialized care provided by hospice nurses, including pain management, symptom relief, and ensuring comfort and dignity for patients.
Collaborative Care Approaches: Explore the collaborative efforts between death doulas and hospice nurses in meeting the diverse needs and preferences of individuals approaching the end of life.
Personal Stories and Experiences: Hear firsthand accounts from panelists about their experiences supporting patients and families, and the profound impact of their roles in facilitating peaceful transitions.
This panel discussion is ideal for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone interested in understanding the transformative impact of compassionate end-of-life care provided by death doulas and hospice nurses. Join us for an insightful conversation that highlights the importance of companionship, empathy, and dignity in the journey towards the end of life.
Panelists Include:
Holly Anne Lux-Sullivan, founder - Heartwood Death Doula & Bereavement Care
Holly Menard, BSN, LMBT -End of Life Doula
Betsy Barton, MPH, CT (she/her) Hospice Nurse: Senior Associate for Community Engagement & Learning, Adjunct Assistant Professor, UNC-Chapel Hill School of Public Health, Transitions LifeCare
Christie Smith, LCSW, APHSW-C: Hospice Nurse: Assistant Director of Family and Volunteer Services, Duke Homecare and Hospice
Join us for a viewing of this courageous film which documents the end-of-life journey as a young man with brain cancer begins live-streaming his journey on social media. Ethan Sisser inspires thousands around the globe with his unique approach toward the dying process. Register by Monday, Sept. 23 with the Seymour Center Front Desk at […]
REGISTER HERE: https://durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/12609433 Join us for an insightful exploration into the journey from death to decomposition as we delve into the practical and scientific matters after death occurs. This talk aims to demystify what happens after death, shedding light on the natural process of human decomposition and the practical considerations that follow. Key topics include: […]
REGISTER HERE: https://naturalsciences.ticketapp.org/.../ff01bd9f-724f... Join us at Adult Night: Magic & Monsters @NCMNS. Endswell will provide live demonstrations of #alkalinehydrolysis, also known as water cremation, to show the scientific process. (NO ANIMALS OR HUMANS WILL BE HARMED DURING THIS PROCESS) Gather up your party, Dungeons & Dragons fans, it’s time for Adult Night: Magic & Monsters. Meet real-life […]
Visit Endswell @ the 9th annual DEATH FAIRE, a modern-day ritual inspired by the death positivity movement that shares a rich time of knowledge, wisdom, celebration, and remembrance for our community. Death Faire is a two-day event focused on exploring grief to live our best lives. We offer many different opportunities for changing the culture […]
Come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options, including aquamation and green burial.
Come learn more about Endswell and modern end of life care options, including aquamation and green burial.
