Every life tells a story; let us honour its final chapter with love.
What is a Death Doula?
End-of-life doulas offer companionship, comfort, and guidance to individuals facing terminal illness or approaching death. Our comprehensive non-medical support addresses emotional, spiritual, and practical needs, providing resources to help both the dying person and their loved ones make informed decisions in a nurturing environment. Doulas are available throughout various stages of life: during life-changing illnesses, following a terminal diagnosis, nearing death, and even after death to offer gentle grief support. Sometimes, it's the family members or close companions of the dying individual who seek solace and advice from end-of-life doulas. By normalizing end-of-life care, doulas foster open conversations that enhance communication and promote spiritual and emotional well-being. Planning for one's death empowers individuals to assert autonomy over their choices and clearly articulate their wishes to their family and loved ones.
While end-of-life doulas may go by different names like death doula, death midwife, death coach, or end-of-life coach, our shared goal remains consistent: to provide compassionate care throughout the dying process.
Hello, my Name is
Heather Kirk
I have dedicated the past 25 years to compassionate care, starting as an educator and counselor for students and their families. Connecting with people on a profound, human level is my true calling. Being present for others during the sacred moments at the end of life fills me with humility and gratitude.
I am an End of Life Doula, a daughter, a sister, a wife and a mother. I believe that death and dying are natural aspects of life that, when approached thoughtfully, can offer opportunities for meaning, healing, and profound connection.
Education/Training
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Compassionate Caregiver certified (Home Hospice Association)
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MAiD Certified (Home Hospice Association)
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Death Doula Candidate (Home Hospice Association)
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Level 1 End of Life Doula and Family Caregiver Training - DoulaGivers Institute
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How to Talk to Kids about Dying, Death & Grief - Terri Viola-Wilson
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EndWell Conference November 2024
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Grief and Bereavement support and counseling-DoulaGivers Institute
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IPL (Infant, pregnancy and loss) certified
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Bachelor of Education: Guidance and Youth support counsellor
Schdedule a free consultation
Hello, my Name is
Heather Kirk
have dedicated the past 25 years to compassionate care, starting as an educator and counselor for students and their families. Connecting with people on a profound, human level is my true calling. Being present for others during the sacred moments at the end of life fills me with humility and gratitude.
I am an End of Life Doula, a daughter, a sister, a wife and a mother. I believe that death and dying are natural aspects of life that, when approached thoughtfully, can offer opportunities for meaning, healing, and profound connection.
Education/Training
-
Compassionate Caregiver certified (Home Hospice Association)
-
MAiD Certified (Home Hospice Association)
-
Death Doula Candidate (Home Hospice Association)
-
Level 1 End of Life Doula and Family Caregiver Training - DoulaGivers Institute
-
How to Talk to Kids about Dying, Death & Grief - Terri Viola-Wilson
-
EndWell Conference November 2024
-
Grief and Bereavement support and counseling-DoulaGivers Institute
-
IPL (Infant, pregnancy and loss) certified
-
Bachelor of Education: Guidance and Youth support counsellor
Schdedule a free consultation
Hello, my Name is
Heather Kirk
have dedicated the past 25 years to compassionate care, starting as an educator and counselor for students and their families. Connecting with people on a profound, human level is my true calling. Being present for others during the sacred moments at the end of life fills me with humility and gratitude.
I am an End of Life Doula, a daughter, a sister, a wife and a mother. I believe that death and dying are natural aspects of life that, when approached thoughtfully, can offer opportunities for meaning, healing, and profound connection.
Education/Training
-
Compassionate Caregiver certified (Home Hospice Association)
-
MAiD Certified (Home Hospice Association)
-
Death Doula Candidate (Home Hospice Association)
-
Level 1 End of Life Doula and Family Caregiver Training - DoulaGivers Institute
-
How to Talk to Kids about Dying, Death & Grief - Terri Viola-Wilson
-
EndWell Conference November 2024
-
Grief and Bereavement support and counseling-DoulaGivers Institute
-
IPL (Infant, pregnancy and loss) certified
-
Bachelor of Education: Guidance and Youth support counsellor
Schdedule a free consultation
"Your feelings are valid, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to talk about everything, even death."
Many cultures associate damselflies with angels.
The damselfly symbolizes wisdom, change, adaptability and transformation.
Just as in the case of how the damselfly comes to be: beginning its life in water, then transforming into the air.