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Death Doula Global Summit Speaker Spotlight: Adrian Allotey, Founder of You Are Not Alone Elder Care


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Death Doula Global Summit Speaker Spotlight: Adrian Allotey, Founder of You Are Not Alone Elder Care

Ever wondered how we can transform the final stages of life into a sacred and beautiful experience?

Join us as we sit down with Adrian Allotey, an empathetic end-of-life doula and elder companion, who shares her heartfelt journey of turning end-of-life care into a deeply human and spiritual endeavor. Adrian opens up about her personal regrets and the lack of support she felt during her grandmother's final moments, shedding light on the importance of emotional and spiritual care. She introduces her innovative methods, like "dress rehearsals" for families, aimed at making the last days less fearful and more comforting.

As we navigate through the conversation, Adrian's insights reveal the transformative power of love, presence, and intuition in end-of-life care. From the challenges of raising awareness about the role of death doulas to the profound impact of COVID-19 on our collective understanding of life and death, this episode is a powerful reminder of our shared humanity. Adrian's touching stories, including the comfort found in physical closeness, music, and involving distant family members, underscore the holistic and compassionate approach that can help us rebuild a more united and empathetic world. Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, kindness, and a hopeful vision for the future of end-of-life care.



 

We dive into:

(06:29 - 07:25) Dress Rehearsals in End-of-Life Care

(12:45 - 14:31) Reflections on COVID and Self-Awareness
(19:28 - 20:28) End of Life Comfort and Communication
(28:17 - 29:15) Embracing Life Through Death

 

 

 

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Links mentioned in this episode:

  • Doulagivers Institute
  • The NEXT Free Level 1 End of Life Doula Training Registration LINK 
  • The NEXT Free Doulagivers Discovery Webinar 
  • You Are Not Alone Elder Care LLC
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