Death Doula Network International
As Co-Founder of
Death Doula Network International (DDNI)
I am pleased to share our events with you.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DDNI AND 2023 WORKSHOPS
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN DYING (MAiD) APRIL 13TH - 6:30 pm (PT)
WITH LAUREN CLARK, PRESIDENT & CEO,
Since its launch in November 2017, Bridge C-14 has created a network for individuals to build meaningful connections of support through all stages of assisted death.
Bridge C-14 was founded on the need for access to peer-to-peer support for those with lived experience, as well as to provide information about MAiD. We strive to help change the conversation to one which honours and respects family dignity and individual choice, and are committed to bridging the gap between procedure and compassion.
In this workshop, you will gain an understanding of:
- the history of Medical Assistance in Dying legislation in Canada
- the differences between Track 1 and Track 2 access, eligibility, and processes for the provision based on each Track's regulatory requirements
- the potential for Track 3 - Mental Health - the government's decision to postpone implementation of access for mental health reasons, and some of the perceived challenges
- advance requests - its potential, and current status in Canada
- Who is Bridge C-14? Where did it come from? What does it mean?
- How Bridge C-14 helps create understanding and provides peer connections and community supports to individuals and those who support them on their MAiD journey.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN DYING (MAiD) and the Role of the DEATH DOULA
This series occurs over two days:
Saturday, April 22 - 9 am to 11:30 am (PT)
Sunday, April 23 - 9 am to 11:30 am (PT)
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) – is a legal medical provision in Canada. For individuals accessing MAiD there is a significant role the End of Life (Death) Doula can fill to help ease the additional pressure and stresses that can come when an individual makes this choice.
This interactive workshop will offer education and guidance on MAiD, as well as case studies and role play activities to help you to build your skill set and gain comfort and confidence in supporting clients and their loved ones through the MAiD process.
In this workshop you will learn:
The history of MAiD legislation in Canada:
What is MAiD, eligibility, access, and safeguards
Accessors & providers
Organ Donation & MAiD
Grief & MAiD
Resources
The Role of the Death Doula in MAiD
What makes a MAiD death different
Things to consider in your role as a Death Doula, and what you need to know
Specific ways to support a client and their loved ones through the MAiD process and beyond
How to use your skills and experience
Practice and immersion in doing the "work"
MAPPING YOUR MEMOIRS MAY 11th - 6:30 pm (PT)
With Wendy McAlpine,
There are many ways to capture our legacy stories, and capturing them in a Memoir Film might just be the answer for you or those you're supporting.
Portrait photographer, memoir coach, and documentary filmmaker, Wendy McAlpine will guide you through the process of creating readable, or watchable memoirs. The beauty of a memoir is that it is not a biography. It is a snapshot in time, not the story of your whole life. It all starts with curating your memories and then shaping them into stories. In this interactive workshop, we will revisit your best moments, and your life highlights and begin the journey of memoir creation.
HOW TO HELP AFTER A SUICIDE DEATH - JUN 8TH - 6:30 pm (PT)
WITH KAREN WYATT, MD
While less than 2% of all deaths in Canada and the USA occur by suicide, the aftermath of such a death is traumatic and overwhelming to the survivors, who need special support as they cope with shock and grief. The intent of this presentation is to raise awareness about suicide, break down the stigma that surrounds it, and prepare participants to support those impacted by suicide.
Agenda:
1. Facts about suicide
2. A simple perspective on suicide
3. Challenges faced by survivors of suicide death
4. What to do after a suicide death
5. Tips and tools for supporting a survivor of suicide death
6. Summary and Conclusion
Objectives:
At the end of this workshop participants will be able to:
1. Describe the major risk factors for suicide, including childhood trauma
2. Recognize the complications faced by survivors of suicide death as they grieve
3. Utilize tools to assist survivors of suicide death in their grief process
SERIOUSLY, LET'S TALK - CHANGING OUR CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DEATH - A ONE DAY IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
A UNIQUE AND INTIMATE CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE WITH 5 DYNAMIC AND INSPIRATIONAL DEATH EDUCATION LEADERS
DR. KAREN WYATT, END OF LIFE UNIVERSITY
JENNIFER O'BRIEN, HOSPICE DR'S WIDOW
LISA PAHL, LCSW & CO-CREATOR THE DEATH DECK
LORI LOCICERO, FREELANCE WRITER &
private corporate events - workshops, ConFERENCES
Would you like to support the professional development of your workgroups by hosting a workshop that provides profound impact and insight?
Our workshops will enhance the professional development of your workgroups and will have a significant and positive impact on how they support and provide client care in your business. If you are in healthcare, hospice, funeral services, estate planning and investments, legal, or other compassionate care business, we can increase the quality of your client care.
Contact me at hello@ttjourney.com to learn more.
Private home salon events
Host a workshop event in your own home. Invite your family and/or friends and together we will explore the necessary tools for making sense of life and death while creating plans that acknowledge your values wishes and beliefs. This is a great opportunity for self reflection, conversation and getting the work done. Advance Directives, Advance Care Plans, Representation Agreements, and more.
Contact me directly to arrange your Home Salon Prepare to Die Workshop today.
Contact us for more information.
JOIN ME AND THE DEATH DOULA NETWORK INTERNATIONAL ON AUGUST 10TH WHEN WE CHANGE THE CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DEATH!
TSAWWASSEN, BC
IN-PERSON!