End of Life
End of Life Doula
An end of life doula, also known as a death doula or death midwife, provides non-medical support and companionship to individuals who are approaching the end of their lives.
A doula complements hospice/palliative care by filling gaps with personalised assistance and allowing time for grief, reflection, healing and decision-making. The role of a death doula can vary, depending on the needs and wishes of the individual and their family. It typically includes:
Emotional support: offering a listening ear and emotional support to the dying person and their loved ones.
Spiritual support: respecting and honouring the individual’s spiritual or religious beliefs and practices.
Practical assistance: helping with practical tasks, such as co-ordinating care and person’s final moments, acknowledging life’s thresholds before, during and after death.
Legacy projects: helping the individual create meaningful legacy projects, such as writing letters, making scrapbooks, or recording life stories.
Grief support: providing support to the family and loved ones before, during, and after the person’s passing.
End of life reflexology: Specific holistic reflexology circuits for those facing shock, pain, grief, and for strength in passing.
End of life doulas play a compassionate and supportive role, ensuring that those approaching death and their families feel heard, cared for, and comforted during this profound life transition.
