End-of-Life Doula Services
for the Bitterroot Valley
Q&A
It’s not easy to talk (or even think) about death and dying. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers. Don’t see what you’re wondering about? Ask your question here.
What’s a doula?
An end-of-life doula offers non-medical, holistic support to individuals and families facing life’s decline, dying, and death. Doulas nurture, inform, support, guide, empower, and comfort individuals and their families through the passage from life to, ideally, a “good death” with dignity and comfort.
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What does Good Passage do?
Good Passage helps clients approach death and dying in ways that honor who they are. That involves understanding and celebrating what’s most meaningful now and after they’re gone. Services focus on the emotional and practical challenges in three main timeframes:
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Advance planning – thinking through and making plans from a place of wellness, often done in conjunction with creating a will
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Decline and dying – companioning and coordinating resources as a person's wellbeing and sense of identity is challenged by physical, social, and emotional changes
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Bereavement and grief – supporting friends and family after a loved one has died ​
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Does Good Passage make decisions for clients?
No. An end-of-life doula’s role is to empower clients to make informed decisions that are right for them. With compassion and no judgment, Good Passage helps clients to find and grasp information and resources they need to determine choices in line with their own preferences, dignity, and peace of mind.
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Does this replace my lawyer or hospice?
No. A doula works cooperatively with the professionals you trust, from lawyers to home health and hospice caregivers to funeral directors. Good Passage respects the unique and respected roles of other professionals and caregivers. When appropriate, Good Passage provides continuity and advocates for the end-of-life path that reflects who you are and what you value.
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How much does it cost?
Good Passage aims to be affordable and accessible. Get in touch for a complimentary call to explore which services fit your situation.
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