As a Companion Animal End of Life Doula, I provide an additional layer of nonmedical support, advocacy and education to a client or family. I am independent, insured, self-employed, and work for the client or family, not a specific hospice, palliative care service or animal hospital. I do not practice under any medical licenses.
Specific Services Offered:
- Provide non-medical, unconditionally positive emotional support through the animal’s end of life process
- Promote informed consent, educating when necessary to ensure the client has all relevant information to make the best decision
- Assist client with developing their goals for medical care and aftercare
- Companion and empower the client to act within their comfort zone throughout the hospice/end-of-life process
- Providing emotional support holding space for the client and their companion animal
- Offer spiritual support including but not limited to: rituals, candles, crystals
- Guiding client in deciding upon after-death care and disposition of remains
- Assisting client with after death honoring and remembrance(s) if desired
- Provide a continued presence (when requested) during the euthanasia procedure and/or the initial bereavement period
Fees:
Introductory 30 Minute Session: no fee
Initial Consultation: $50 (up to 3 hours)
Hourly Rate: $25/hour for phone calls, video chats, scheduled online conferencing, or home visits
A sliding scale based on services provided & ability to pay is available for clients facing financial difficulties. Please notify the Doula of your interest in sliding scale payment during the introductory session.