Our mission at Doula Care for Dying, LLC. includes direct client work, workshops, and community education. Please check our calendar below for upcoming events, workshops, and retreats.
If you would like to bring end-of-life literacy to your community, please contact [email protected].
If you would like to bring end-of-life literacy to your community, please contact [email protected].
Past Events
"I went into this event unsure of what- if anything- I would get out of it, and I was pleasantly surprised. Our two instructor’s facilitated meaningful conversation amongst the group that greatly reduced my feelings of isolation. Being able to relate to other attendees was so, so needed, and I think we all gained a better understanding of our grief and the coping mechanisms available us. Definitely would attend again!"
Life, Death & Cake!
2/1/23 Rockingham VT, 2/15/23 Springfield, VT, 3/5/23 Dublin NH, 3/23/23 Keene NH, 4/17/23 Walpole NH, 4/21/23 Hartford VT, 4/27/23 NH, 5/3/23 Windsor VT, 6/15/23 White River Junction VT, 6/21/23 Ludlow VT
Death denial in the United States is commonplace. Fear about dying in pain from a lingering illness, a lack of certainty about what happens to our physical presence, or how loved ones left behind will cope when we die makes it easier to simply avoid the conversation.
Kasey March, an end of life doula, and Susan MacNeil, author of 18 Minutes: A Daughter’s Primer on Life & Death, will offer a chance to talk about preparing for a good death through the lens of their own unique experiences. March is a trained International End of Life Doula (INELDA) and MacNeil experienced her mother’s death in early 2022, having been required to attend When Mom Dies School despite the fact that she was a reluctant student.
The one and a half hour session provides a framework for attendees to discuss all aspects of death and offer a deep dive into specifics around end of life challenges and issues. The event is not intended to be a support group, although the conversation will be conducted in a compassionate, loving environment. Information about how you can participate in the ‘Phones for Patients’ campaign, as a result of MacNeil’s experience, is also be available.
Death denial in the United States is commonplace. Fear about dying in pain from a lingering illness, a lack of certainty about what happens to our physical presence, or how loved ones left behind will cope when we die makes it easier to simply avoid the conversation.
Kasey March, an end of life doula, and Susan MacNeil, author of 18 Minutes: A Daughter’s Primer on Life & Death, will offer a chance to talk about preparing for a good death through the lens of their own unique experiences. March is a trained International End of Life Doula (INELDA) and MacNeil experienced her mother’s death in early 2022, having been required to attend When Mom Dies School despite the fact that she was a reluctant student.
The one and a half hour session provides a framework for attendees to discuss all aspects of death and offer a deep dive into specifics around end of life challenges and issues. The event is not intended to be a support group, although the conversation will be conducted in a compassionate, loving environment. Information about how you can participate in the ‘Phones for Patients’ campaign, as a result of MacNeil’s experience, is also be available.
Tending to Your Grief: A Retreat to Nurture Your Grieving Process
Sunday, July 30th Life Forest, Hillsborough, NH
Losing a loved one is a difficult and normal part of life. The grief we experience after the death of a friend or family member can be overwhelming at times, but is an appropriate response to a major life change. While mourning may include acute sadness and other difficult emotions it can also include joy, laughter, and delight. What we know about grief has changed in recent years. Contrary to what our intuition may tell us, integrating the loss of a friend or family member into your life makes it possible to continue to live fully.
We believe that many desire to take care of themselves and their grieving loved ones, but find words of comfort insufficient and don’t know what to do next. This half-day retreat examines common myths about grief that may be complicating your grieving process and offers a new understanding of grief to support your healing journey. The day will include rituals to help participants know what has happened is real and understand their changed relationship with their loved one in light of their passing.
Losing a loved one is a difficult and normal part of life. The grief we experience after the death of a friend or family member can be overwhelming at times, but is an appropriate response to a major life change. While mourning may include acute sadness and other difficult emotions it can also include joy, laughter, and delight. What we know about grief has changed in recent years. Contrary to what our intuition may tell us, integrating the loss of a friend or family member into your life makes it possible to continue to live fully.
We believe that many desire to take care of themselves and their grieving loved ones, but find words of comfort insufficient and don’t know what to do next. This half-day retreat examines common myths about grief that may be complicating your grieving process and offers a new understanding of grief to support your healing journey. The day will include rituals to help participants know what has happened is real and understand their changed relationship with their loved one in light of their passing.
"Attending this retreat gave validation to all of my mixed emotions a little over a week after my son’s unexpected death. Folks attending ranged from fresh and rawly grieving (like me), and those who’ve been working with grief for longer periods of time. We mourned and celebrated children, siblings, spouses, parents and grandparents. The doulas were warm and empathetic as they walked us through rituals we might want to practice in the future and created lots of opportunities for sharing and connection amongst the group." |
"Jessica and Kasey put together a wonder retreat ~ everyone’s grief journey is unique, they honored and supported each of as we needed. We had activities to help release some of what no longer served us. We were provided with hydration, and gifts of healing stones. It was a very soothing, healing experience for me. Thank you also to Life Forest for their beautiful grounds and trails. A well done retreat. I would highly recommend it." |
Death Over Drafts
8/17/23 Springfield, VT
(Happy Hour) started with a brewing vision to bring people together and create meaningful connections by combining two passions—craft beer and conversations on end of life. Every Death over Drafts gathering has a different vibe based on who is crafting aka hosting. While these gatherings provide an opportunity for those who serve in the end-of-life field to gather and reflect personally and professionally when you join us at a Death over Drafts gathering one thing is constant: all are welcome. A Death over Drafts gathering includes mingling, playing The Death Deck, and conversation.
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Doula Care for Dying, LLC. serves southern Vermont, New Hampshire, and nationwide virtually.
Call (802) 546-1110
Email: [email protected]
Call (802) 546-1110
Email: [email protected]