Webinars

Palliative touch

Comfort Massage at End of Life ~ Webinar

By Patty Brennan July 20, 2023

Comfort massage at end of life is slow, small, and soft. Cindy teaches that “we can give deep presence without deep pressure.” Comfort massage or palliative touch provide an opportunity for doulas to comfort and connect with their dying clients. This session is designed to build confidence to incorporate gentle techniques used by massage therapists…

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fostering agency

Fostering Agency in Times of Transition (Webinar)

By Patty Brennan May 20, 2023

A-gen-cy/: defined as the human capacity to determine and make meaning from the environment through purposeful, conscious, reflective, and creative action. This webinar discusses the role of the doula in fostering personal agency for our clients and families. There is no time where agency as an individual is more important than during illness and end…

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medicalized death

Medicalized Death: Shifting the Cultural Paradigm (Webinar)

By Patty Brennan March 17, 2023

With Jacki Mann, End-of-Life Doula The paradigm of medicalized death in our culture today is pervasive. As end-of-life doulas, we are the leaders needed to help shift this paradigm back to one of death as natural and sacred. In this webinar, we will brainstorm ways we can move forward purposefully and strategically to effect the…

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buddhist beliefs practices end of life

Buddhist Beliefs & Practices at End of Life Webinar

By Patty Brennan November 21, 2022

Join us for a look at Buddhism and how the doula can support the religious beliefs and practices of families at the end of life. We will discuss what it means to practice “spiritual humility” and explore how doulas can integrate this practice into their work with families. We will also touch briefly on other…

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navigating healthcare system

Navigating the Healthcare System: Coaching Clients through the Maze ~ July Member Webinar

By Patty Brennan July 20, 2022

With Bonnie Blachly Helping clients navigate the healthcare system to ensure they receive the best health care possible is of utmost importance, especially when facing a life-limiting or life-ending condition. Multiple doctors and other disciplines may be involved. Helping your client develop trust in their doctors is an important aspect of support provided by an…

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pediatric end of life doula

End-of-Life Doulas in Pediatric Palliative & Death Care ~ Webinar

By Patty Brennan May 20, 2022

Toula Saratsis, CEOLD, presents on the need for information, networking, and advocacy for the pediatric population at end of life. She shares practical insights from the unique perspective of children and their essential support systems. Download Pediatric EOL Resources. Toula Saratsis is a bereaved parent, a certified end-of-life doula, and a home funeral guide. She specializes…

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balanced caregiving

Balanced Caregiving ~ March Webinar

By Patty Brennan March 23, 2022

With author Ellie Atherton. Don’t let your energy well go dry! Many of us know how wonderful it feels to help others, and that deep satisfaction is what encourages us to continue giving. But if you are giving without refueling your own energy stores, this may leave you exhausted and limit your ability to be fully…

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SEO for doulas

SEO for Doulas ~ Webinar

By Patty Brennan January 30, 2022

With Patty Brennan, author of The Doula Business Guide “Build it and they will come” (from the movie, Field of Dreams). Well, no, actually it doesn’t work that way. It’s not enough to create and launch your website. Don’t get me wrong. It’s a great accomplishment for a new business owner! Next, the task is to get your…

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Dementia at End of Life ~ Webinar

By Patty Brennan November 18, 2021

With Lori Smith & Patty Brennan Lori shares practical tips for doulas and other caregivers in the art of support for a person with dementia at end of life. Topics include: The EOLD/caregiver’s role in identifying pain Communication challenges in expressing pain Observing and identifying signs of pain Creating a comfortable environment 4 main triggers…

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tips for death doulas

Tips for Death Doulas: How to Support the Dying ~ Webinar Recording

By Patty Brennan September 17, 2021

Webinar with Ellie Atherton, author of Stepping Stones: Following a Pathway to End of Life Ellie Atherton, a long-time hospice nurse with the heart of a doula, shares tips for death doulas that include her techniques for honoring each person’s unique experience of dying. Ellie shares that she “got into trouble” early in her hospice…

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