# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 12:10 pm – Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Bring your lunch and join us to learn about what a End-of-Life doula is and the power of death cafes on Thursday, September 11, from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. with Carley Cotner, a compassionate end-of-life doula.

In this engaging presentation, Cotner will explore the vital role of an end-of-life doula, highlighting how they provide emotional, spiritual, and practical support during the dying process. Additionally, discover the unique concept of Death Cafes—safe spaces for open conversations about death and dying that foster community, understanding, and acceptance. Together, we will challenge societal taboos and embrace the beauty of life’s final chapter. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect over lunch!

Carley Cotner is an INELDA trained end-of-life doula serving the Bloomington Normal area. With a deep passion for legacy work, she focuses on helping individuals and families create meaningful narratives that honor lives well-lived. As a host of regular Death Cafes, she creates a welcoming space for open dialogue, encouraging participants to share their fears, desires, questions, and experiences surrounding death and dying. Cotner is dedicated to guiding individuals and families through one of life’s most profound transitions

The Museum's Lunch & Learn series is made possible with the support of our presenting sponsor,  MCK CPAs & Advisors. This series provides unique learning opportunities every second Thursday of the month over the lunch hour (12:10 to 1:00 p.m.) in person and live via youtube.com/mchistorymuseum.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/lunch-and-learn-understanding-the-role-of-an-end-of-life-doula-and-the-power-of-death-cafes/200027943233100
- **Event Categories**: contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 35

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bloomington
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 200 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701
- **lat**: 40.48
- **long**: -88.99413
- **full address**: 200 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes being held?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes takes place on Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 12:10 pm to Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 01:00 pm at 200 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes is organized by McLean County Museum of History.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bloomington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lunch & Learn: Understanding the Role of an End-of-Life Doula and the Power of Death Cafes sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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