Death Doulas

Death Doulas (also known as end of life doulas, death walkers, soul midwives) specialise in non-medical end-of-life care, offering both practical assistance and emotional support for dying individuals and their loved ones.

I work alongside Central Victoria’s network of professional Death Doulas, who provide flexible care options through hourly or package arrangements.


Specialised services can include:

• Guidance through the Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) process.

• Pre-death planning and post-VAD enactment care.

• Support during the active dying phase.

• Vigil planning and gentle body care (washing/dressing).


BREAK DOWN OF COSTS -

Service Examples & Pricing*:

  • Daily Support Visits: Minimum 3 hours – up to $350

  • On-Call Phone Support: $600 (10hours) / $950 (20 hours)

  • Family Relief: 4 hours – up to $400

  • Overnight Stays: Up to $600

  • Live-In Full-Time Care: Weekly rate up to $3,500

  • Weekly Service Package (daily visits + calls): $1,500

*This is a guide based on Denise Love’s Life Options training, costs vary and can be negotiated.