Death over Drafts -Los Angeles

Cheers!!!

We’re buzzed to welcome you to our 3rd Annual Death over Drafts, held the evening before the End Well Symposium! Whether you’re attending the symposium or an LA-based end-of-life professional or volunteer, come raise a glass and join us for meaningful conversations in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Wednesday, November 19 | 6–9 PM
Firestone Walker Brewing Company, Venice

Your Death over Drafts Co-Crafters aka Hosts, are ready to meet, greet, and tap into connection and conversation!

Death over Drafter Premier Crafter:

Shannon Mann- Silverado Memory Care Community

Death over Drafts Co-Crafters aka Hosts (in order by first name) for the evening:

Dr. Bob and Elizabeth Uslander & Katie Maples-Empowered Endings

Birgitta Kastenbaum,-Bridging Transitions

Chelsea Hoagland and Johann Lunn- When You Die

Gabby Jimenez- The Hospice Heart

Ian McCartor-The Ash Rose Foundation

Kaishauna Guidry MD,HDMC- Mourning Dove Medical

Lisa Pahl-The Death Deck

Melinda Ramos, Mourning Pug- The Pet Griever’s Club

Melissa Lundardini, PhD, MA, MBA, FT- Help Texts

Death over Drafts Founder/OG: Stefanie Elkins-Be Present Care, Death Over Drafts

What to expect:

• Free event – all are welcome!
• Yummy bites & your first drink provided by your DoD Crafters
• Get to meet your amazing DoD Crafters and learn more about their offerings.
• We’ll be outside with heat lamps
• Raffles (yes, there will be amazing gifting going on!!!)
• Come even if you don’t love beer 🍷🥤
• Supportive community — not a support group
• Be responsible for your own engagement in this communal space
• Parking is available behind the restaurant
• Photos will be taken
• Space is limited — RSVP early!

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Background

Death Over Drafts was founded in Los Angeles by Stefanie Elkins, Be Present Care, kicking off with the first event during the Let's Reimagine Festival in 2019. Since then, Death Over Draft events have been held at breweries and pubs across the US and Canada.

Our vision is to build a global network of Death over Drafts Crafters aka Hosts, passionate about fostering vital end-of-life discussions in their communities.

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Host or Publisher Stefanie Elkins, Death over Drafts