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AAUW - Lansdale Branch

Times have changed since 1881, but our mission has not:
To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy.

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Tuesday, January 19, 2027 - ZOOM

Program Co-Vice Presidents: Jean D’Angelo and Janeen Marzewski                      

Death Doulas: Providing Support to People as They Confront the End of Life

The word “doula,” many doulas like to say, derives from the Greek for “woman who serves.” We are somewhat familiar with the doulas who work with women before, after and while they are giving birth, but there are other types of doulas. Tonight we will learn about the type of doulas who prepare people for death. There are many different ways that end-of-life doulas—or death doulas, a term that some favor, perform this work. They might help clients articulate their preferences regarding medical treatment, or advocate for their wishes amid the competing demands of imperious doctors and anxious family members. 

 

Speaker: Mindy Drossner, LCSW, CEOLD is a licensed clinical social worker and certified end‑of‑life doula based in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, offering compassionate support for older adults, families, and individuals navigating aging, illness, caregiving, grief, and end‑of‑life transitions.

With nearly three decades of experience, Mindy has worked extensively in hospice care, senior case management, and advance care planning. She has supported clients through emotional, practical, relational, and spiritual challenges, including chronic illness, anticipatory grief, changing living situations, and serious diagnoses.

She will discuss how her approach blends compassionate presence with practical guidance and thoughtful care planning, often incorporating meditation, yoga, music, and other healing practices to promote grounding, connection, and peace. 

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The AAUW Lansdale & Doylestown Branches

Will Participate in

The Pearl S. Buck House Annual

FESTIVAL of TREES

Schedule:

·      October 20, 2026 (Tuesday) - Ornament prep at ESC with both branches (401 E. Hancock St., Lansdale)

·      November 12, 2026 (Thursday) - Members Night at Pearl Buck's starts at 6 pm

·      December 12, 2026 (Saturday) - Community Day at Pearl Buck's 1pm - 4 pm

Save these Dates for Some Upcoming Branch Events

  • November 12-16, 2026: Branch Programs and Scholarship Auction, details found in “Fundraisers” section of website

  • Thursday, Nov 12, 2026: Members Night at Pearl S. Buck House starts at 6:00 PM

  • Saturday, Dec 12, 2026: Community Day at Pearl S. Buck House 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Tuesday, January 19, 2027: ZOOM Branch Meeting - Death Doulas: Providing Support to People as They Confront End of Life

  • Friday, Feb 5, 2027: Trivia Fundraiser, details to come

By The Numbers

  • OVER 130

    girls on average each year from 50 Schools in 4 counties at STEM for Girls - Discover Your Future, our all-day event since 1993 hosting interactive workshops conducted by outstanding women professionals who serve as leaders and role models in STEM fields

  • 24 YEARS

    of donations to organizations that help disadvantaged women get back on their feet through a program we call The Women’s Project

  • OVER $7,700

    total for books and materials that help celebrate Women’s History Month donated since 1973 to all schools (17) in the North Penn District

  • 40 YEARS

    of scholarships totaling over $150,000 given to high school seniors

  • OVER $12,000

    in Higher Education Scholarships awarded to deserving female non-traditional students since 2020

  • OVER 500

    third grade students mentored by AAUW branch members through the exchange of letters as well as a book for the child allowing them to practice their reading and writing skills in our Write Read Write program, started in 2002

  • $100 EACH

    for a special award to a female middle school and high school student at the Montgomery County Science Research Competition since 2018