Aberdeen Doula, End of Life Care.

05/03/2025

Death doula duties can vary according to the needs of whoever they're supporting at the time. A death doula might focus on doing the practical tasks - such as dog walking or shopping - that allows the people close to the person who's dying to focus on spending quality time with their loved one.

A big part of the death doula's role can be to listen to the person who's dying, and those close to them, offering non-judgemental, emotional and spiritual support. This might include helping with decision-making and supporting meaningful conversations around wishes and plans, as well as being someone to talk to.

22/01/2025

Good Morning, apologies for not posting sooner.
The reason is that i have been looking after my brother who has terminal cancer. It is i suppose, training for the journey i am about to take. Albeit a very personal and sad one at the very beginning.

The main reason i have decided, along with Karen, to practice as a Death Doula, is my unwavering belief that nobody should die alone. My grandfather died in hospital alone. It is understandable in a hospital, the nursing staff nowadays are so busy that sometimes a patient can pass away without them realising for a time.

My dad passed away without his family close by, and recently my son passed away alone. I don't want to depress you, the reader. I am explaining that this is sometimes an unavoidable tragedy. Something we would like to redress if circumstances allow.

Now i have retired, i would like to give back. Thanks for reading, i just felt that i should properly explain my main reason for embarking on this career.

More posts soon. Where i will explain in more detail, what we do.

Take Care

21/11/2024

https://inelda.org/about-doulas/what-is-a-doula/

An end-of-life doula guides a person who is transitioning to death and their loved ones through the dying process.

21/11/2024

We provide:
The opportunity to speak openly and frankly about dying.

Assistance in preparing an advanced care directive, making sure everyone knows your wishes.

The chance to explore the meaning of the dying person's life and legacy.

The chance to discuss and support end-of-life care planning.

Living eulogies.

Respite for family members, Assistance with practical care to ease the burden on caregivers.

Guidance through the early stages of grieving.

A safe place in which to discuss religious beliefs of both the perswon dying and their family.

Help with funeral planning if required.

21/11/2024

Everyone deserves the right support at the end of their life. As ITOL Accredited, End of Life Doulas, we provide companionship, comfort and guidance to those facing a terminal illness. Our non-medical holistic support encompasses emotional, spiritual and practical care.

21/11/2024

Terry has teamed up with Karen Farquhar, both ITOL accredited Diploma in End of Life Doula Care.

I used to work voluntary at Shelter for a while and was on the switchboard of Childline. I have raised various funds for Cancer and animal charities with long distance walking challenges.

I have always believed that nobody should pass away without someone holding their hand.

It happens to often. Now i am retired i can give my time to this job.

21/11/2024

Karen Farquhar, Aberdeen Celebrant, is ITOL ( Institue of Training and Occupational Learning) accredited and has achieved the diploma in End of Life Doula Care.

05/11/2024

We believe that nobody should die alone. Everyone has a right to die with dignity and compassion, and without fear. We provide holistic and non-medical end of life care. We're there for you. Not everyone has family or friends who can be there towards the end of their time. But we are here for you. If you are worried about practical things, making decisions or just frightened of being by yourself then CONTACT US.