EOL Doula services

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Transition Strategy Sessions 

These sessions are for you if you are at a crossroads of decision making or are dealing with a crisis. You know something needs to be done but you are not exactly clear what that is. We will put all the pieces together and develop a plan of action. I will make sure you know your options and we will be clear on the choices. I have the time to explain what is happening or facilitate family meetings and help mediate differences. This can make a huge difference in the experience of everyone during this time. I will stay until you are complete and have a plan of action (1-2 hours; $250). 

Family Meeting Facilitator  

 There may be times when you would like an impartial person present to facilitate difficult discussions and help various members of the family understand what is presently happening, whether it be the ill person's care goals or what is to come (1-2 hours; $250). 

Hospital Advocate   

I will be with you throughout the process for as long as you want. I will make sure you are getting your desired care, understand the information provided, and that you understand your options throughout the process. I will also communicate with your out-of-town family, if desired. We will create a plan based on what you need and want. Billed hourly at $100/hour.

End of Life Planning  

This session is for making your end-of-life plans. There may be nothing wrong now, but you want someone who is familiar with you or your loved one and your wishes in your back pocket. You will always know you have someone to call should a situation arise that you need information and to make decisions. I will help you with your Advanced Care Planning, as well and overall end of life planning (1-2 hours; $250).

End of Life Guide/Companion

 I will guide you during this time and help address all the needs that surface. You are no longer alone trying to figure everything out. We will plan and be proactive in getting your needs met, day by day and week by week. Each visit will be unique as this is a dynamic process and the needs of each visit could be different than the previous visit or the next. We will focus on medical and practical support issues. My expertise is combined with deep listening and spiritual, emotional, and holistic support. We usually begin with a one-week plan that will consist of anything from a daily visit to every 2 days or whatever is appropriate. Visits are 2-4 hours. Hours of support are planned in this service as an addition to my visits, ex: phone calls, e-mails, research. I may need to refer you to another service provider if I do not have time to accommodate your request. I bill hourly for this work at $100/hour. This could include services such as:  

• Accompanying to doctors' visits 
• Extensive research  
• Extensive planning  
• Relocation assistance  
• Caregiver hiring 
• Dealing with medical bills/insurance/etc. 
• Respite care

Phone Consultations 

•   Deep listening as well as practical suggestions and food for thought to help you get through whatever situation you are in (for those who have allowed me into their journey on some level).

Special Requests

Ask me for what you need. I will do my best to accommodate your requests.  

• Legacy Projects - This is your gift to those you leave behind, a special way to remember you. Maybe that is a photo album or a blanket. 
• Ethical Will - This is what you want your loved ones to remember about you and your life. This can be done very simply, or more detailed. One suggestion might be to record you sharing your story. 
• Living Funerals - For those who have the privilege to hear what their loved ones have to say about them BEFORE they leave. This also can be a sort of preparation for the one preparing to cross over to what's to come, a blessing of them as they continue on. (THIS IS MY FAVORITE).