Report from DDM Survey 2021
First off, thank you to everyone who spent time filling out the DDM survey. In reading all of the surveys certain themes came forward. The report will be based on these themes. I will then give a few examples from the responses. All of the surveys are on file if more information is needed.
Why I believe Death and Dying Matters Augusta Margaret River is a valuable group?
The themes that came from these responses were – Awareness, Information, Communication.
Awareness:
Made me aware of all the aspects of my life that would be important to sort out sooner rather than later to make it easier for the descendants.
It has been filling a huge need in awareness around Death and Dying for locals in Margaret River and the Cape to Cape region.
Information:
It makes people more aware of options when their time comes.
It clarifies many issues we are very confused about …and we resist thinking about, as we think we have TIME.
Communication:
It encompasses a very important topic which is not openly discussed.
I believe Australians have an unhealthy view of death and dying and by discussing and sharing views it advances a more positive attitude towards death. It is good for mental
health.
These are the things DDM has done that I think are beneficial to me or the community.
The themes that came from these responses were – ACP, Natural Burials, Information, Communication.
Advance Care Planning:
Information/assistance in preparing an Advanced Care Directive
Natural Burials:
Taken signatures of community support for Natural Burials. Liaised with the Shire & pursued the search for a burial site that is as ecologically supportive of a MR future in reducing our carbon footprint, without resorting to cremations & embalming.
Information:
Greater awareness of options, obligations and support networks.
Created a good information resource for interested people.
Communication:
Open and honest discussion in a safe and welcoming environment
Encouraged me to think deeply about death, self acceptance and my relationship with Nature and the Divine.
These are the part or parts of DDM that I’m passionate about.
The themes that came from these responses were – Natural Burials, Communication, Information and Awareness.
Natural Burials:
I look forward to the opening of the Natural Burial Ground hopefully later this year.
Communication:
I do support any efforts you have to promote the needed conversations on D and D….. cuz it matters!
Bringing death into our everyday lives…normalising a very normal aspect of life!
Information and Awareness:
Providing access to information on options and possibilities for planning & our rights regarding dying.
Desire that the community be informed and take ownership of their own and loved ones mortality.
These are some things I would be passionate about for DDM to do in the future.
The themes that came from these responses were – Advance Care Planning, Natural Burials, Communication.
Advance Care Planning:
A WORKSHOP ON COMPLETING A Advanced Health Directive.
Natural Burials:
To establish a place where one can be buried, or ashes put, other than a cemetery… a place of nature.
Have an opening event for the natural burial ground and invite the community/press.
Communication:
Getting DDM better known in general community.
Facilitating/lead/co create workshops/talking circles in order to create awareness and keep the momentum going.
Anything else you would like to say or contribute?
The U3A Course was very worthwhile.
Please continue with the services you provide now. They are much appreciated.
Well done and keep up the good work.
This report was written by Paul Barlow. If you have any questions about it you can contact him at paulrjbarlow@gmail.com
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