services we offer

Life limiting illness and the end of life can be an isolating thing for many people. Besides that, sometimes we don't feel at ease with those around us due to various circumstances. In those situations sometimes it's helpful to have someone who isn't a friend or family to come and visit for a while. We will come sit with you, listen to you, talk to you, or do an activity with you. This service is about quality time.

*please note that The Robins Rest does not provide transportation for clients *

Vigiling is done when the client is in the active dying phase. At this stage of end of life, the client is normally not concious. An End of Life Doula's job during this time is to sit with the client and those they have around them, and offer practical and emotional support until the moment of death has occured. 

*24 hours of Vigiling is offered free of charge when you have a package with us. If you require more than that or if you only require vigiling, this is for you.*

Advance Care planning is a document which helps ensure that the plans you have in place for your comfort at the end of life are honored. This is NOT a will or Power of Attorney. It is a legal document that must be completed solely by the client, of their own free will and volition. A Death Doula may not complete the form for you. Our task is to help you understand the document, and help ensure you have a plan for your comfort. 

A legacy project is something you want to leave behind when you die. It is the thing that says "I will always be here, even when i'm not". For many, this can be something like a recipe book or quilt, for others it may be something like a legacy fund for your favorite charity. Whatever your legacy project is, let us help you realize it. 

A life review allows the client to 'sit with their dying self" as it were, and take stock of everything that life has brought them. I will sit with you and we'll talk about your life - the good and bad and in between. This helps the client better understand what is importat to them, what thier needs at the end of life may be, what brings joy and comfort, and helps them understand what kind of legacy they want to have left behind.

Grief is a life long companion and sometimes there are things that no longer serve us that we need to release. Grief may be with us for the long haul and we can grieve a great many things, but that doesn't mean we must continue to hold on to absolutely everything. Ceremony and ritual can help us release that which needs releasing. 

*not to be used to replace traditional medicine or mental health treatment or support*

Life throws us major curveballs sometimes, and this can effect how we see and how we present ourselves. How we look can play into our sense of self and sense of identity. The Find Myself Makeover is a one time makeover provided to a client and is meant to restore a sense of self to thee individual.

Similar to the makeover, the Find Myself Makeup Lesson is designed to help the client come back to themselves in a playful, non-judgemental way. I will first do a 30 minute consultation prior to the scheduled appointment to assess any product that you may need and to discuss any other needs you may have. We will then complete a lesson based off  your needs. 

We understand that not everyone has a tight knit circle, and when you don't have someone to be social with, that can effect your sense of wellbeing . In those situations it can be helpful to have someone come and visit for a while. We will come sit with you, listen to you, talk to you, and/or do an activity with you. This service is about quality time.

*please note that The Robins Rest does not provide transportation for clients *

Losing a furry, scaly, winged, or otherwise non-human family member is devastating. Loss is loss, and you deserve support during this difficult time. Whether you have said goodbye or will be saying goodbye to a beloved pet or service animal, The Robins Rest is here for you. We can help you look for grief support in your area, help you plan for your companion's last days and help make it memorable. We can vigil with you, be a companion, and/or help create a legacy project.

Life has many obsticals and barriers, so let's tackle them together. Maybe you need someone to accompany you to that dreaded dentist appointment and hold your hand, or maybe you just need someone to reassure you before you complete a stressful task. Whatever the case may be, contact us to see if there's a way we can help. Sometimes we just need some kindness and that's ok.

Grief can present itself in many ways and for many reasons. With grief can come things that no longer serve us that we need to release in order to process grief in a way that is meaningful . Grief may be with us for the long haul and we can grieve a great many things, but that doesnt mean we must continue to hold on to absolutely everything. Ceremony and ritual can help us release that which needs releasing. 

*not to be used to replace traditional medicine or mental health treatment or support*

The Robin Hood Package is our pride and joy. One of the reasons we have our prices higher than some is to ensure that we can provide access to our services to non-paying clients who are typcally under-served and under-represented at little to no cost to them. We are so excited to announce that this is a package that will be launching very soon. If you need access to our services, but finances is a barrier for you, The Robin Hood Package is here for you to use.

The complete end of life package. It comes with:

- 4 hours of Companioning.

- Up to 24 hours of Vigiling.

- Advance Care Planning.

- Life Review x2 days.

- Legacy Project x3 days.

- Releasing Ritual.

- Resources and Education.

The complete end of life package for your best non-human friend. It comes with:

- 4 hours of Companioning.

- Help plan your Companion's final days.

- Up to 2 hours of Vigiling.

- Legacy Project x3 days.

- Releasing Ritual.