End of Life Doula

End of Life is a time of great change for families, and can be fraught with fear and chaos as the end draws near for a loved one.  At this time,  many families and dying ones need extra support beyond hospice care, which is often intermittent   Our certified End of Life Doulas offer ongoing advocacy, comfort, and guidance to calm the rough waters on the journey of dying, allowing families to be and grow together as they say their final goodbyes to a dying loved one.

 

Support and coaching throughout early and active dying process 

 

Guidance and assistance with Home Funerals and Green Burial options. 

 

In home assessment of needs and desires for end of life

 

Coordination with hospice providers, physicians, and funeral directors

 

Massage, Aroma Therapy, Music Therapy and Threshold Singing

 

Support and coaching with decision making, guidance in choices for medical interventions, funeral and burial choices, including home funeral and green burial options.

 

Assistance with creation of a Final Wishes document

 

Vigil sitting and Respite Care for Families

 

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Green Burial Link: Four Ways to Ensure an Eco-friendly Burial

 

Leaving a Legacy: Funeral and Memorial Planning

 

Article about Death Doulas: Families turn to death midwives for help with final passage