Journease Blog
The Journease blogs shares thoughtful guidance, practical tips, and gentle support.
Helping you feel more understood and supported along the way.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring an End-of-Life Doula
Bringing an end-of-life doula into your life, or the life of someone you love, is a deeply personal decision. Because the role is new, unregulated…
How Long Can You Keep Someone at Home After They Die?
When someone dies at home, particularly after a long illness or under palliative care, there is often no need to rush. Family members can sit…
The First Year After a Loss: What Grief Actually Looks Like
There’s a version of grief we see in movies. Someone cries hard for a few days, wears black, and then, roughly around the one-hour mark…
What Should You Say When You Call for End-of-Life Support?
Making the first call for end-of-life support can feel overwhelming. Many people delay reaching out because they are unsure what to say, worried they will…
Can You Get End-of-Life Support Remotely?
When people think about end-of-life support, they often imagine someone physically sitting beside them in a room, holding a hand, helping in person, or guiding…
Start With One Conversation: No Pressure, Just Guidance
For many people, end-of-life planning feels overwhelming before it even begins. There are forms to complete, decisions to think about, family conversations to have, and…
What If You Live Far Away From Your Ill or Dying Loved One?
Living far away from someone you love can bring a quiet, persistent worry, especially if they are ageing, unwell, or approaching the end of life….
Questions You Might Have Before Contacting an End-of-Life Doula (Answered Simply)
Reaching out to an end-of-life doula can feel like a big step. For many people, it’s unfamiliar territory. You might not be sure what to…
Can Families Manage Without Support? Pros and Cons
When someone is dying or has just died, families are often faced with a quiet but significant question: Can we do this ourselves? The answer…
1 Doula Session vs Ongoing Support: What’s Right for You?
When people first consider working with an end-of-life doula, one of the most common questions is simple: Do I just need one session, or ongoing…