What is an End-of-Life Doula?
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An End-of-Life Doula (or Death Doula) provides non-medical, holistic, practical, emotional, and educational support and guidance to individuals and their supporters for those preparing for or experiencing terminal illness, death & dying, grief & bereavement; and/or healthy individuals that want to discuss mortality and come to terms with building an end of life plan. They are trained and educated in the field of death and dying and the organization required to support in both a logistical and emotional manner.
End-of-Life Doulas can also provide other unique offerings in the realm of aging, death, dying, and grief based on their unique skill set. The National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA) is an essential resource to understand the scope of practice for End-of-Life Doulas. Organically Human holds the NEDA Proficiency Badge and adheres to the Doula Model of Care included on the NEDA website.
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Disclaimer: Organically Human, End-of-Life Doula Meg Freeman is not a licensed attorney, funeral director, therapist, medical professional, or any other licensed profession. Organically Human is an added layer of support and connects others with licensed professionals when there are needs outside of an End-of-Life Doulas scope of practice.
Our Story
My journey into end-of-life work is anchored in curiosity and fascination with mortality and the intricacies of the human experience. Through personal encounters with loss and death anxiety, I’ve come to appreciate the beauty of living fully in the present and embracing the rich tapestry of emotions and experiences life offers. For much of my life, I have innately created space for others during their most challenging times, learning the art of being present and how to be supportive to someone's particular needs. While exploring death and dying has not diminished my fears and anxiety, it has deepened my understanding of death, taught me about life, how to feel empowered in what I can control, and love, kindness, & human connection makes a difference. I believe that preparing for a conscious death can illuminate the path for everyone involved, making this inevitable journey a little easier. I believe providing support and education will help others navigate this profound aspect of life with more peace and ease.
I am a certified Going with Grace End-of-Life Doula, a Hearth Hospice Volunteer, and I proudly hold the National End-of-Life Doula Alliance Proficiency Badge. My BA in Communication Studies has enriched my skills in emotional intelligence and active listening, allowing me to meet diverse needs with openness, understanding, compassion. With seven years in the real estate industry, I bring resourcefulness and relationship-building expertise to my work. I dedicate my work to my Aunt Ali and all the beloveds I’ve lost, honoring the privilege of guiding others through their final moments with love and honor.
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Organically Human's philosophy is acknowledging the human experience of living and dying with emphasis on the idea that we all have our own story, own pain, own values, and own beauty - which is all worth holding. Our core values are advocacy, compassion, and autonomy. Our offerings are there for you to unpack what matters most to you, how you can feel at peace in either the emotional or logistical side, and what it may take to feel like you or your beloved has fully lived, no matter their duration of time here. In our journey, our commitment to you is that we are not here to fix anything but to validate your experience and figure out the best route to move with it together.​​​
Organically Human is based in Chattanooga, TN and also offers virtual services.
