SERVING WINNIPEG AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Nice to meet you. I am Cheryl and this is where I come from
What motivated me to be a Death Doula
When I think about the people I lost, their lives and experiences, and the people they left behind, I don't think there is a wrong way to die. Dying is very intimate, we experience everything differently in real time. We process information differently and we do the best we can where we are in that moment. We worry about our loved ones, and stress about all that needs to be done around us for everyone else, it's overwhelming and confusing,
The desire to help others started with the people I know and love. Journeys that showed me what it was like to take care of all that you can and yet leave questions unanswered. Growing up I lived and comforted loved ones who faced sudden and unexpected changes in life that lead to death. These amazing people faced their challenges the best way they could. I admire each of them and I am grateful for knowing them. Reflecting on their journeys made me think that we can do better for each other and our dying.
Being a Doula means I am present for people who need me. To listen, understand and advocate for them when they may not be able to do that easily for themselves. To help people review, plan and take action so that they can feel fulfilled in the best way possible. If you wish, I will be there to comfort you, and your loved ones during your most vulnerable and intimate time of life. I will help create an environment that reflects what you appreciate for a comfortable and peaceful for our transition.
It's possible to prepare ourselves for a gentler approach to death and dying. We don't have to die alone, or in a cold room without the things we love. It doesn't have to be a somber sad moment. It is possible to design what our good death looks like. If I have my way, on my last day I want to be surrounded by the people I love, in the place that makes me happy and calm while I quietly slip away with my socks on.
My Life Resume
During my life, I have lived. Not only am I a mother, and grandmother, but I was a single mother with four children. I have had both successful and unsuccessful relationships. I am a sister, friend, daughter, wife, aunt, coworker, mentor, and human. I have experienced love and joy, appreciation and disappointment, I've been intimate with my own mortality and I have carried many types of grief.
I have been providing personal service in one way or another for almost 40 years. I have spent time getting to know people, learning to understand what they want and need in order to bring plans to fruition. Together we will build a trusting respectful relationship and accomplish the best possible results for you, with your vision at your pace.
Relevant Education and Information
End of life Doula - Douglas College
Compassionate Care - Palliative Manitoba
Grief Support
Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)
Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) training
Event Planning
Clean Criminal Record Check and Child and Adult Abuse Registry