End of Life Death Doula

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Walking Beside You Through Life’s Final Journey

As waves return to the shore, every life follows its own rhythm of arrival and release. A Death Doula offers compassionate, non-medical support for those nearing the end of life, as well as the loved ones who walk beside them.

This work helps the transition feel peaceful, meaningful, and personal. Whether it involves planning comforting rituals, offering gentle touch and energywork, or sitting quietly in presence, the intention is always the same: dignity, comfort, and connection.

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What a Death Doula Provides

A Death Doula assists the dying person and their family through three overlapping phases.

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1. Summing Up & Planning

• Exploring the meaning of the person’s life

• Creating rituals and visualizations

• Assisting with unfinished business

• Designing how the space will look and feel

• Planning the vigil or end-of-life ceremony

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2. The Vigil

• Honoring wishes during the final days

• Providing comfort through touch, sound, or scent

• Ensuring no one dies alone

• Offering family respite and emotional support

• Guiding meditation or visualization for transition

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3. Reprocessing & Early Grief

• Retelling the story of the dying time

• Reframing painful moments with compassion

• Helping loved ones begin to process grief

• Providing emotional and spiritual support

• Sharing referrals for continued care if needed
   

Creating Sacred Space: The Vigil

When the body begins its final transition, the vigil becomes a sacred time. Together, we create an atmosphere that reflects the person’s spirit through music, lighting, scent, prayers, or silence.

Family and friends are encouraged to hold, speak to, or sit quietly with their loved one. Even if the person is unresponsive, guided meditations and rituals can bring peace and comfort.

The goal is to create an environment that feels meaningful and serene.

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Reprocessing and Early Grief

After death, emotions often shift between sorrow, gratitude, and reflection. The doula helps loved ones integrate the experience, offering space to share stories and remember moments of tenderness from the final days.

Through this process, grief can begin to soften and make room for remembrance and healing.

If grief becomes complex or overwhelming, referrals for bereavement counseling can be provided.

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Legacy Projects

Legacy projects give individuals and families a way to create something lasting that reflects their life, values, or love. There is no single right way to do this.

Examples include:
Memory books, video compilations, recorded songs, murals, scrapbooks, scholarships, or small acts of kindness offered in the person’s name.

Each project is a personal expression of meaning and connection.

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Cost and Consultation

Every end-of-life journey is unique. I offer a free phone consultation to understand your current needs and outline services, scheduling, and costs.

Typical rates:

• 1–5 hours: $60 per hour

• 5–10 hours: $50 per hour

• 10–20 hours: $40 per hour

Longer arrangements can be contracted with a set rate that covers visits, vigils, and grief sessions. You will always have clear information, open communication, and compassionate care.

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Schedule a Consultation

If you or someone you love is approaching life’s final chapter, you do not have to face it alone.
A Death Doula provides calm presence, understanding, and gentle guidance through every stage. Call 712 256 2131  for your free phone consultation or, if this already resonates with you book your session