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SUMMARY:Embrace the Journey
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DESCRIPTION:Explore the transformative role of end-of-life doulas\, their 
 impact on families\, and how they help smooth one of life’s toughes
 t transitions..\nhttps://faylib.libnet.info/event/17054775
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>This one-hour interactive workshop offers 
 a compassionate introduction to the role of an end-of-life doula and how t
 his non-medical support complements hospice and medical care. Participants
  will learn how doulas provide emotional\, practical\, and spiritual suppo
 rt for individuals and families navigating serious illness\, dying\, careg
 iving\, and grief. Whether you are planning ahead\, supporting a loved one
 \, or simply curious\, this session provides clarity\, confidence\, and ge
 ntle guidance for having meaningful end-of-life conversations.</p>\n<p><st
 rong>Three Key Takeaways</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clarity on the Role of an
  End-of-Life Doula:&nbsp\;Understand what EOL doulas do\, how they differ 
 from hospice\, and how they support both individuals and families.</li>\n<
 li>Confidence in Knowing When Support May Be Helpful:&nbsp\;Recognize the 
 moments when additional guidance\, advocacy\, and emotional support can ea
 se overwhelm and decision-making.</li>\n<li>Practical Next Steps for Thoug
 htful Planning:&nbsp\;Leave with simple tools to begin conversations\, exp
 lore values and wishes\, and identify supportive resources.</li>\n</ul>\n<
 p>This program is free and open to the public. No registration is required
 .</p>\n<h5><strong>About the presenter</strong></h5>\n<p>Alison Nail-Malon
 e is a credentialed End of Life Doula and Guide\, as well as a Grief Educa
 tor and Coach. With over 15 years of experience in career and life coachin
 g\, and 20 years in talent training and development\, Alison brings a weal
 th of knowledge to her practice. Her journey into end-of-life care was pro
 foundly shaped by her personal experience as a caregiver\, decision-maker\
 , and companion for her father until his passing in July 2020. This transf
 ormative experience inspired her to become an End of Life Doula. Alison's 
 deep understanding of grief and the end-of-life process empowers her to gu
 ide individuals and families with compassion and wisdom. Join her workshop
  to explore how to navigate these challenging times with grace and support
 .&nbsp\;<br />&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><em>For disability accommodations\, call <a 
 href="tel:4798567250" title="Call 479.856.7250" target="_blank" rel="noope
 ner">479.856.7250</a> or email&nbsp\;<a href="mailto:questions@faylib.org"
  target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Email questions@faylib.org">questio
 ns@faylib.org</a>&nbsp\;2-3 weekdays before a program. Plan your visit by 
 viewing our <a href="https://static.libnet.info/frontend-images/pdfs/fayli
 b/FPL_Map_8x11_EN.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="building map"
 >building map</a>&nbsp\;and details on <a href="https://www.faylib.org/acc
 essibility-14217" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="accessibility serv
 ices">accessibility services</a>.</em></p>\n<hr />\n<p></p>\nhttps://fayli
 b.libnet.info/event/17054775
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