Collaborating for Comfort: Doulas and Hospice

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In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli explores the collaborative relationship between death doulas and hospice teams.  She is joined by two nurses, Dori Sappo and Denise Campbell. Both Dori and Denise bring unique perspectives as they have worked on both sides—serving as hospice nurses and end-of-life doulas. Together, they discuss how these roles complement each other, the emotional and practical support that doulas provide, and how this partnership can better serve clients and their families during the end-of-life journey.  

Key takeaways include understanding the different roles within hospice care, the value of death doulas in extending emotional and practical support, and strategies for effective collaboration between doulas and hospice teams. This episode aims to normalize conversations about death and dying while providing information for both professionals and those unfamiliar with end-of-life care. 

Links/Resources: 

• Guest: Dori Sappo - Your Heartbridge: https://www.yourheartbridge.com 
• Guest: Denise Campbell - End of Life Midwife: https://www.endoflifemidwife.com 
• Host: Traci Arieli's Website - https://www.comfortingclosure.com 
• National End-of-Life Doula Alliance: https://www.nedalliance.org/