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Our Death Doula Training
Gentle Passage Doula Collective offers compassionate, comprehensive training (online and in-person) for people interested in becoming certified Death Doulas. You will learn how to offer practical, emotional, and spiritual assistance to those nearing the end of their life’s journey.
Our training covers a range of topics, including the dying process, grief and bereavement, communication skills, and death rituals and celebration of life ceremonies.
Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to serve as a trusted companion and advocate for those navigating this profound and sacred time. Join us on this meaningful and transformative journey, and discover the profound impact you can make in the lives of those facing death and dying.
Testimonials
"By the end of the in-person 2-Day training, I felt fully supported and educated as to the resources that any Death Doula, medical professional, or supporting friend or a family member has available to enrich and ease the transition of self, family, or friends into Death.
Not only did I feel more educated as a Medical professional, but also fully supported in a growing community of highly qualified Death Doulas."
Dr. Melanie Trowbridge, ND
About Gentle Passage Doula Collective
Gentle Passage is a collective of healthcare professionals dedicated to changing the way our society regards death and dying. Collectively we’ve spent over 50 years reducing the fear and unnecessary suffering around the natural process of dying.
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According to the United States Census Bureau, in 2020, there were approximately 13.7 million people aged 80 years and older in the United States. That number will only grow as the future generations age.
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Our goal? Professional end-of-life doulas in every senior care community and home care agency. We aim for a future where everyone has access to the resources that support for a “good death.”
Outside of our training, we serve our community by providing tools, information, and recommended resources for individuals seeking to learn more about Death Doula training and support those nearing the end of life. We’ve also listed our favorite doula-specific book recommendations for providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support to the dying and their loved ones.
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Visit this library of recommended resources to learn more about death doulas and what it takes to plan for your own "good death."
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