End of Life Support- Intake

Service Description

Vigil Planning - The Vision Of A Graceful Death Planning a Vigil allows you to explore and understand all the available options during the dying process. Nurses and doctors are often occupied with their duties and may not have the time to create a unique and sacred space for the patient. The family, overwhelmed with handling the impending death, may not realize how they can provide comfort to the dying person. Simple adjustments such as bed positioning, room scent, music, touch, reading material, family mementos, photos, bedside manner, and lighting can be customized to fulfill the wishes of the dying individual. ▵ Respite Support - No One Should Die Alone The doula's purpose is to offer assistance, allowing families to rest during the vigil process and be fully present for their loved one, while also ensuring that the individual doesn't pass away in solitude. ▵ Life Review Support - Your Legacy At the end of life, there are poignant moments where individuals can reflect on their life's impact on both themselves and others. A doula plays a crucial role in creating space for this introspection, supporting the dying through challenges and moments of celebration. Through this process, a personalized life review project emerges, uniquely tailored to each individual's journey. This project serves as a valuable tool to aid family and friends in their grieving process. ▵ Reprocessing Grief - Lets Heal Together After the passing of a loved one, families typically receive support from friends, family, and the community. However, as time passes, this support often diminishes, and daily life resumes its course. It is during this phase that a doula steps in to reconnect with the family and offer support during this crucial period. During this meeting, the doula assists the family in processing their grief, sometimes incorporating a ritual or ceremony. Developing a ritual creates a sacred space for transitioning from one reality to another in a ceremonial manner. It provides structure for reflection, review, and a sense of order. ▵ Reiki - Healing Energy Reiki links us to the universal life force, which embodies energy and unconditional love, especially noticeable towards the end of life. Offering Reiki to someone in their final moments is a precious gesture. Reiki is a nurturing, tender, and internally guided energy. ▵ Guided Meditation - The Power of Our Mind Guided meditation sessions towards the end of life can offer soothing and comforting effects on a wide ran