End of life doula services
What is an End of Life Doula
An end-of-life doula offers heart-centred and non-medical support to people nearing death. This work respects each person’s wishes and the way they choose to walk this sacred stage of the life cycle. At its core is the belief that dying can be met with dignity and awareness.
Conscious dying is about living this time in alignment with personal values. It may involve choices around place, presence, comfort, and the kind of emotional or spiritual support that feels right. A doula offers steady guidance and quiet presence to help create a space that feels calm and meaningful.
Vanessa’s work is shaped by lived experience and given her a deep understanding of agency and comfort at the end of life. She brings grounded care and compassion, honouring each person’s passage with respect and intention.
End of Life Planning
Advance care planning is a process that supports people to think ahead and make their wishes known before they are needed. It may include preferences for future medical care and decisions that reflect personal values. Planning in advance can also involve considering end-of-life wishes and funeral arrangements. Support is offered to help people understand the purpose of relevant documents and how they are used. While legal advice is not provided, guidance can help clarify next steps and encourage consultation with appropriate professionals. The aim is to reduce uncertainty and support informed choice for individuals and families.
Bereavement Support
Vanessa offers gentle bereavement support through expressive arts and ritual. This approach allows grief to be expressed without relying only on words. Creative processes can help bring shape to feelings that are difficult to name. Grief is honoured as a personal journey. Clients are met in a grounded and supportive environment where acceptance, trust, and inner strength can grow over time.