Funerals often have a familiar rhythm.  Nowadays, people are starting to think a little more out of the box, but there are some elements that last.  You usually hear readings from scripture or poems, prayers led by clergy, hymns or songs sung, maybe a slideshow or photos. All these elements help guide the ceremony, offering structure in a time that can feel chaotic and raw. But for many people, the thought of giving a eulogy, the part where you speak about your loved one, is the most intimidating. Suddenly, you’re expected to capture a whole life in a few minutes, to put into words the love, the laughter, the lessons, and the legacy. It can feel overwhelming, even impossible, and that’s where guidance from a skilled funeral celebrant can make all the difference.

A Death Doula is a non-medical person trained to care for someone holistically, taking into account the whole person’s needs at the end of life. The doula helps to make sure their emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical needs are met.

Death Doulas are people who support people in the end-of-life process, much like a midwife or birth doula does with the birthing process.