The Next Evolution of the Death Doula Movement (And Why It Matters Now More Than Ever)
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Suzanne B. O'Brien discusses the evolution of the death doula movement and its significance in end-of-life care.
What if the future of end-of-life care isn't found inside the healthcare system—but within our communities? In this powerful episode of Ask a Death Doula, Suzanne B. O'Brien, RN, shares why the global death doula movement has reached a pivotal moment—and why it's time for its next evolution. Drawing from more than 20 years as a hospice and oncology nurse and over 1,000 bedside experiences, Suzanne reveals the critical gaps she sees in today's end-of-life landscape, why so many aspiring death doulas struggle to build meaningful, sustainable practices, and what it will truly take to create a cultural shift around aging, caregiving, grief, and end-of-life. This episode also marks the exciting announcement of the very first Death Doula Bootcamp—a transformational three-day live virtual experience designed to help compassionate people become confident community educators and leaders. This isn't about collecting another certification. It's about becoming part of a movement. In This Episode You'll Discover: Why Suzanne believes this is one of the most important moments in history for the death doula movement. The powerful story that inspired the creation of the Death Doula Bootcamp. The…
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