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Providing practical & emotional support to those courageously saying goodbye to independence, health or life
Are you wondering what a "Doula" is and what services they provide?
The word "Doula" is derived from the Greek and has come to mean "a person that serves." Today, it's associated with the services a Birth Doula or Death Doula provides. However, there are numerous other life events that a Doula will support someone like you and your family through.
Here at Courageous Goodbyes® a Doula is a "certified non-medical professional who serves and journeys alongside others." We specialize in the support and companionship of seniors, especially those in the midst of grief. We also specialize in serving those who have received a terminal diagnosis. We meet families where they're at on the journey of life and death. We support them in articulating their values, needs and goals to empower them all to live and enjoy days filled with life.
I'm frequently asked what makes the Doula approach different. In my opinion, it's the authentic relationship that is allowed to naturally develop from our family centric services that are organic and unobtrusive; not task or time oriented. This allows us to meet each family member where they're at in the circumstances of their family's unique journey, provide reassurance and help reduce their stress levels with our practical and emotional support.
For the dying and their loved ones, it's helping to alleviate burdens during a time of emotional crisis. It's being their consistent presence to lean upon. It's encouraging the dying person to create a sacred space they feel comfortable in, even if it's outside of the home, so they can face their fears, share final memories, embrace the bittersweet gifts of the journey and prepare for their courageous goodbyes.
If you would like more information on how Courageous Goodbyes® can be of service, please reach out to me.
Beverley Shiels, CECD, CEOLD - NEDA Proficient
CEO and Founder of Courageous Goodbyes®