Being With Someone Who Is Dying
Sitting Vigil is holding compassionate presence in the final hours.
Many of us find that there are times in our lives when we don’t want to be alone and dying may be one of those times. Sitting Vigil is a period of time, usually 24-48 hours before death when those around the dying remain awake. Our End of Life Care Doulas stay present at the bedside with the dying so that they are not alone in the last hours of life. Sitting Vigil gives time to family and loved ones to get some sleep, enjoy a meal, take a bath, go for a walk or just relax quietly with a cuppa or favourite drink.
Sitting Vigil can provide comfort to those who don’t have loved ones by their side. Our End of Life Doulas create a safe and peaceful place for the dying, offering comfort and compassionate presence. Compassionate presence can be experienced as a profound kind of being with the dying. It can nurture a mutual sense of understanding and may be a means to console and ease the dying process with sensitivity and courage. Being with the dying is an integral part of being an End of Life Doula.
Our End of Life Doulas give comfort and support by holding compassionate presence ensuring true continuity of care.
Holistic Care for Life - Living and Dying Well
