End of Life Doula, also known as a Death Doula, provides non-medical, holistic support to individuals and their families as they approach death. They offer guidance, comfort, and practical assistance, focusing on emotional, spiritual, and logistical needs during the dying process.

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Key Roles and Responsibilities of a Death Doula:

• Emotional Support: Creating a safe space for individuals to discuss their fears, anxieties, and wishes related to death.

• Practical Support: Assisting with tasks like advance care planning, creating legacy projects, and coordinating with family and friends.

• Spiritual Support: Facilitating conversations about meaning, purpose, and beliefs, and offering support based on individual spirituality.

• Vigil Planning: Providing companionship and support during the final stages of life, including vigil planning and sitting vigil.

• Grief Support: Offering support and resources to the individual and their family during the grieving process.

• Advocacy: Helping individuals understand and navigate medical procedures and make informed decisions.

• Legacy Work: Facilitating activities like creating memory books, writing letters, or planning celebrations of life.