End of Life Doula
providing practical & emotional support to those courageously saying goodbye to health, life or a loved one
End of Life Doula, Educator & Consultant
Hello & Welcome to Courageous Goodbyes®
If you’ve ever wondered what an End-of-Life Doula does, or how one like me can be of support to someone like you. I invite you to explore the rest of my website.
Hello, I am Beverley Shiels, a Registered End-of-Life Doula, (REOLD) with the End of Life Doula Association of Canada, and I’m honored to walk alongside those facing their final chapter. I am based in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada and serve clients throughout the Edmonton area and beyond.
I provide practical and emotional support to those caring for, or living with a terminal diagnosis or those approaching and planning for the end of life. My services are not only individualized but family-centric.
As a Doula, I ensure my clients feel seen, heard, supported, and never alone at a time in life when it matters the most! What sets the Doula approach apart? I believe it's is the relationship my clients and I are able to build. A bond rooted in trust, respect, and authenticity.
My Doula role never replaces medical, clinical or spiritual care and support. However, it will complement them. Families find reassurance and comfort in having a Doula as their consistent companion and advocate. This is enhanced during the active dying process when medical professionals must turn their attention elsewhere. It's during this time and space families really depend on my Doula experience and unwavering presence along with my heart-led, unobtrusive support.
Nelson Mandela said, "Courage is not the absence of fear, it's inspiring others to move beyond it." This quote captures the heart of my mission; to inspire courage and bring comfort through some of life’s most difficult transitions.
Beverley Shiels, REOLD - NEDA Proficient
Founder of Courageous Goodbyes®
Located in St. Albert, AB Canada