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I want to hire a doula
The End of Life Doula Association of Canada provides a referral service to suit your needs. All of our doulas train from a recognized end-of-life care program, have a current criminal record check and have agreed to the code of ethics set out by the EOLDAC.
How do I become an end of life doula?
End-of-life care can be a very rewarding career. The End of Life Doula Association of Canada has reviewed many doula training programs and can recommend quality programs that cover the core competencies of our work as doulas. We recommend programs that cover topics such as: caring for the dying, caring for the family, caring for a loved one, self-care, grief and bereavement, advocacy, advanced care planning, and funeral options.
I want to become a member
Becoming a member of the End of Life Doula Association of Canada provides a community of like-minded persons for networking, support, resources, and monthly training opportunities.
Join us as we advocate for better end-of-life care in Canada and grow a larger collective of end-of-life care professionals.
What is an
end-of-life doula?
End of Life Doulas empower, educate and encourage people and their families to be involved in making decisions.
The word “doula” is Greek for servant or helper. Like a birth doula supports women during the labour process, an End of Life Doula supports a person during the dying process. This support is specific to that person’s needs, beliefs, and desires. Death is a process that can span over months or even years rather than an event and doulas can help with supporting and planning for the future, regardless of diagnosis or illness. Having a conversation or making a plan when you are healthy is encouraged by doulas so that the care received at the end-of-life is appropriate and aligned with your wishes.
Professional Development Sessions
Monthly training and events as part of EOLDAC membership.
