ALMA DOULA
End-Of-Life-Care

As a death doula I practice seeing the ways that death exists in, and around, us every day. This attunement lets me empathize deeply with the many ways we experience the transition of dying, both individually and relationally. And the range of emotions that are so naturally present - the sense of loss, of uncertainty, and of profound grief. I observe the kind of care we offer to the dying, the ways we help our loved ones across, and ultimately how we die, and I honour each part of the process. I have come to learn that if we can move through our end of life from a place of empowered curiosity, we can come to see it as an incredibly meaningful time of self-reflection and transformation. My dedication as a death doula is to guide, honour, and care for those who have arrived at this potent time to a relationship with their ultimate transition that is connective, loving, and dignifying.

As a practitioner and experienced observer of death and of dying, I am qualified to provide diverse services to help clients peacefully transition. My practice as a death doula is supported by many years of training and experience as a professional dancer and somatic movement practitioner, and my ongoing work with people experiencing houselessness. I believe everyone deserves a caring witness while approaching death, and I uphold this belief by providing individualized, anti-oppressive, trauma informed, one-on-one care. 

I was certified as a death doula through the Institute of Traditional Medicine (Toronto, Canada) in 2021.