What is an end of life doula?
To put it simply, an end of life doula, or death doula, is a person who assists in the dying process. I aim to help families cope with death through recognizing it as a natural and important part of life. An end of life doula can bring clarity and meaning to the end of life experience, and ease the transition from life into death. An End of Life Doula is a non-medical person who gives support physically, emotionally and spiritually to someone who is dying and the dying person’s loved ones.
Kalie is in the process of being registered with the End of Life Doula Association of Canada
What does the end of life doula do?
Once I have developed a relationship with my client and constructed a comprehensive care plan for them, providing their End of Life Doula services are the final piece of the puzzle.
When the time comes, I will be available to immediately switch roles into end of life care. Sitting vigil and offering respite to family and friends. Explaining what to expect from the process of physical death to help alleviate stress when your loved one experiences these changes. Creating a sacred space and coordinating one-on-one time for visitors. Ensuring my client's wishes are being upheld each and every day.
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Remember that the support does not end with the passing of the patient, but with the bereavement process of the loved ones. This is a beautiful, all-encompassing solution to providing the highest quality of life to our loved ones.
What kind of doula are you?
There are many doula programs available. Kalie chose to become certified as an End Of Life Doulagiver Specialist, which offers the highest level of end-of-life education worldwide. Kalie is trained in three crucial areas of care - Eldercare, Care Consulting, and End of Life Doula services. This three-pronged approach provides the most complete and effective skillset to her clients.
As an Eldercare Doula, I act and offer services akin to the geriatric care manager. After assessing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the patient on the initial visit, I will continue to assess acute safety issues of the client on each checkup. I then conduct an ongoing care plan, monitoring the need for and arranging for assistance needed in the home, including home health aides, personal care routines and companion care.
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As an Eldercare Doula, I am responsible for advocating for and accompanying my client to all important consultations such as medical, social services, legal and financial appointments. I will help arrange these appointments by forming a recommended resource list within the client’s community covering all agencies, social/community services and other programs available for the client to utilize.
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The main goal of the Eldercare Doula is to provide regular visits to ensure that the client is safe, happy, eating well, and having regular socialization. This portion of the Doulagiver Specialist’s role is where I build trust with my client and establish a strong relationship with them.
What is an Eldercare
Doula?
What is the role of a Care Consultant?
This is a crucial step in making the end of life as pleasant an experience as possible for people – one that is far too often overlooked. As a Care Consultant I can assist my client with making subjective choices about the way they would like to be cared for in the future and end of their life, as well as where and by whom.
I will assist the client with filling out and organizing all vital documents to secure their wishes for physical care and financial affairs including: Advance Directives, Healthcare Proxy, Wills/Trusts, and Power of Attorney.
As a Care Consultant, I will arrange and mediate family meetings, sharing the client’s wishes for aging and end of life. I will encourage the family and loved ones to ask questions and educate them on all decisions and terminology.
What is the role of a Peace of
Mind Planner
Many people reach end of life with regrets and feeling very unprepared. Planning well for end of life means being able to live your best life without worry. I will walk you through planning for the end of life both emotionally and physically. The Peace of Mind Planner takes care of this for you. We help you evaluate where you are in life and make sure it is where you want to be.
Planning ahead for Peace of Mind is a wonderful way a client can lessen the burden on their family members. Kalie is a trained Peace of Mind Planner and she will help you and your loved ones navigate the following :
Physical Peace of Mind
Mental Peace of Mind
Emotional Peace of Mind
Financial Peace of Mind
Spiritual Peace of Mind
Contact Kalie
Have Questions? Not sure where to start?
Reach out via email, text or phone and I will get back to you as quickly as I can (usually within 4 hours).
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phone: 403.875.3080
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email: GracefulGoodbyes@outlook.com
