What death doulas do
Our main focus is to provide compassionate and grounding support for individuals and their families during deeply intense and emotional times. We offer comfort and advocacy to those facing the end of life, enabling families to focus on grieving, taking breaks, and cherishing moments with their loved ones. Our presence provides steadfast assurance, comfort, and companionship during this challenging journey.
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Our services are available at any stage of the end-of-life process and extend through death. Doulas can also offer guidance and support in after-death care as needed. The more we understand your needs and preferences, the better we can customize our support. Each End of Life Doula brings unique expertise, so we encourage you to read their bios and locations.
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Please note: You do not have to be actively dying to benefit from speaking with an End of Life Doula. Sometimes, discussing fears around death can lead to transformative shifts in how we approach daily life. Phone appointments offer a convenient way to begin this conversation. For further information, please reach out to one of our Doulas.
skills and services
preplanning
Advance care review & planning
Provide support & advocacy
Provide resources & collaboration for additional services.
Provide support & education for the individual & family.
Assistance with completing your bucket list
Support with unfinished business
Assisting in helping make this transition as comfortable as possible
preparation
Bedside care planning
Respite, errands, light housework, Driving to appointments
Assistance with life review & legacy projects
Conversation with end of life meaning, goals, & education
Create & collaborate with individuals & their families to make meaningful ceremonies or rituals
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active dying
Comfort measures such as reiki, guided imagery, and breath work
Collaboration with the hospice team and funeral home
Bedside care planning
Vigil during active dying
After death care and education
Grief & bereavement support
On call and available when needed
Home funeral guidance
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