Small Hours

An end-of-life doula, also known as a death doula, provides non-medical, practical, emotional, and spiritual support for people before, during, and after death. We help people prepare for death in a way that is meaningful to them while also providing companionship and comfort during the process.

Do you want to plan for future care? Have you been diagnosed with a life-limiting or terminal illness or experienced a sudden death? An end-of-life doula can help.

End-of-life doulas help our clients navigate the often overwhelming decisions that come with end-of-life care, from creating end-of-life plans to funeral arrangements and legacy projects and offering compassionate presence in times of grief and sadness, providing comfort and reassurance to those in need. We help individuals, families, and friends navigate the complex decisions and emotions of end-of-life care. End-of-life doulas work with each individual or family to create a personalised, holistic plan for their unique situation.

We offer emotional, spiritual, and practical support throughout the process, providing compassionate guidance in a non-judgmental manner. By using evidence-based practices such as communication techniques, relaxation methods, and other supportive strategies, end-of-life doulas strive to make this difficult time more manageable for everyone involved. By offering compassionate support during this challenging time, end-of-life doulas help people to live their last days with dignity and peace.

As a rising profession, end-of-life doulas are at the forefront of providing more meaningful ways to cope with death. We strive to help people find peace in their last days and create meaningful experiences during this difficult time.

Small Hours is a Melbourne-based doula service offering personalised and holistic end-of-life planning, practical assistance, companionship, and grief support–because every journey deserves compassionate care.