Teresa Paul
End of Life Doula SERVICES
An End of Life Doula (EOLD, also Death Doula) is a non-medical support person for those facing an end of life condition or terminal medical diagnosis. Just as a Birth Doula supports new parents throughout their pregnancy and birth journey, an EOLD provides a calming presence and vital assistance to those nearing the end of life and to their family and friends. As an End of Life Doula, I offer education, support and guidance with patience, compassion and dedication to individual and family advocacy to honor the wishes of those facing the end of life.
About Teresa
I received my Doula training from Doulagivers International. Additionally I have degrees in both Psychology and Sociology, with additional coursework in counseling. My goal is to provide personalized, practical support (emotional, spiritual, informational) to ensure that the end of life journey is as peace-filled and dignified as possible. Death is a natural part of life, with it’s own unique challenges, but facing death also holds it’s own gifts and opportunity for peace.
“I have learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou
My Services
Exploration of Wishes
Facilitate conversations about your condition, your concerns, your needs and your preferences.
Assist with the creation and expression of the legacy projects and memories that are most meaningful to you and to your loved ones.
Planning can include state forms, Advanced Care Directives, living wills, Healthcare Proxy choice, DNR orders, POLST/MOLST forms and funeral or memorial details.
Pricing
End of Life Doulas are privately hired by individuals and families and are not covered by medical insurance plans at this time. I know the end of life journey is stressful and costly so in an effort to honor your circumstance, I offer an hourly rate or a block of time option. If you would like doula services, I am happy to work with you to find a way that meets your financial situation. Please feel free to reach out and we can find a way forward.
* I offer a free 30 minute consultation to allow conversation and exploration of your needs and concerns and how I might best offer help and support in your journey.
* My hourly rate is $45 but blocks of time can be done and a discount applied.
* Advanced Care Directives, Five Wishes and several other forms require at least 2 sessions.
Together We Will
As an End of Life Doula I offer assistance with any or all of the following:
– Coordinate care for meals, cleaning, doctor appointments, etc
– Provide bedside vigil for those nearing the end of life
– Advanced Directive and estate planning (living wills, Health Care Proxy selection, last wills, vigil planning, choices for after death care)
– Assist with creating Legacy Projects (document memories and stories, letter writing, gift giving plans, videos, etc)
– work with Hospice and other medical team members to communicate individual needs and changes in conditions
– Funeral and memorial planning as well as possible after death care/wishes