End of life doulas are friends and colleagues in community. We are grateful and happy to be able to refer to them as resources and supports for our families.
Christa Ovenell
Death's Apprentice“Death’s Apprentice isn’t your average Estate Planning service. We’re here to plan for life.”
You’re a parent. Or you have parents. Maybe you’re an employee. Or the world’s best boss. No matter who you are, what you’re up to, and where you’re at in life, you know you need to put your affairs in order. Before you need to. Before it’s too late. Yes, it’s scary to think about, but not as scary as thinking about the mess you’ll leave behind if you don’t. So take a class. Book a 1-1. Host a lunch-and-learn for your employees.
You’ll provide clarity for the people who might have to speak on your behalf one day. You’ll connect with what matters. And you’ll find a perfect sense of calm knowing that you’ll be ready for anything life can throw at you.
Tracy Chalmers
endwell | from the north shore to vancouver“I feel as though my life up until this point, both personal and professional, has led me perfectly here – to a place where I can gently encourage people to talk about death. These conversation include what makes life worth living, core values, and future health care wishes – it’s all about and how people want to live, right up until the end.”
Karla Kerr
Victoria, BC - End of Life Planning And Care“As a funeral director, I am committed to providing transparent post-death options rooted in experience and compassion. As a Death Doula, I aim to empower individuals to first identify, then share their end of life values with those who need to know. I facilitate comfortable, family-inclusive conversations. I also provide guidance and support for post-death body care.”
Michelle Kotowski
Red Cedar Tree of LifeMichelle brings a wealth of experience to her role as a death doula. Not only does Michelle provide emotional support to assist in decision-making, and facilitation of meaningful experiences that honour the life and preferences of each person to ensure a peaceful and dignified farewell, she will sit in vigil, offer respite care and hold space with families. She also provides services in navigating the BC healthcare system, patient support and end of life planning.
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Amy Wood
Vancouver end of life doula“As a doula in this field, I am here to hold space for heavy moments, to guide, to empower and to support those that are dying and their loved ones. I am a gifted listener and an empath which allows me to connect deeply and purposefully with others.
My goal is non-judgemental, compassionate and experienced support for my clients and those that surround them in the living and dying process. I serve to support those I work with to make informed choices that align with their wishes for life and death care. At heart, I serve as a comforting presence to support and companion throughout the journey.“
Lidija Martinovic Rekert
The Yoga Wheel
The ancient Yogic and Buddhist teachings I study and practice, provide techniques to support in the journey of letting go. The following are examples of what we can do:
Clarify regrets, settle conflicts, establish care protocols, and set a clear vision for one’s environment during the process of letting go.
Tie up loose ends in all important relationships.
Receive ongoing emotional, mental, and spiritual support.
Create a support network in all necessary areas, including a core team of care ( CTC).
Clarify and secure your wishes for how you would like your body to be cared for during and after death.
Our partner in pre-planning and funeral services is KORU Cremation | Burial | Ceremony in Vancouver, a local, women-led care provider.
