End of Life/Death Doula
Professional support for planning, decision-making, and overall death journey for you or a loved one.
Contact for a free initial Meet & Greet:
What is a Death Doula?
from the End of Life Doula Association of Canada:
“An End of Life Doula is someone who supports a person faced with an illness or terminal diagnosis. The End of Life Doula can educate, advocate for, and empower clients by starting the conversation about death and embracing the dying process early. By aligning the clients needs with their expectations and wishes, the End of Life Doula can significantly improve the quality and dignity of the end of life journey. “
“Some of their tasks and skills may include:
advocate for the best possible experience for the client
understand the physiology of death and the complexity of emotions that go along with the diagnosis of a terminal illness
assist clients in creating and carrying out their health care treatment decisions
are knowledgeable about legalities, options, and tools in Canada
provide emotional, physical comfort measures and an objective viewpoint
providing information needed to make informed care decisions
facilitate communication between client, family and other care providers
protect the client’s dignity and the family’s memory during the death experience
allow the family to participate at their own comfort level”
SERVICES
Planning
Paperwork (advanced directives, power of attorneys, wills)
legacy/memorial projects
Funeral plans
Final wishes
Palliative consultation
Advocating for your wishes to the healthcare system
Education on signs and symptoms of active dying phase
Knowledge of resources
Vigil help
Advocating for your wishes
Supporting family with the active dying phase
Funeral support
Planning
Support for family
Empowering decision making
Pregnancy Loss Support
Resources for early pregnancy loss
Abortion support person and advocacy
Memorial projects
“Emilie supported me through my second miscarriage, which happened naturally at home. Her calm and compassionate presence guided me through one of the most difficult moments of my life. Emilie helped navigate the practical matters (such as finding a funeral home to cremate the remains), and figure out what I needed to support myself emotionally. From her I learned about the importance of rituals, which helped me process this life event. I highly recommend having Emilie support you through these difficult times - her knowledgeable and compassionate care will make all the difference.
— Sarah K.