Death Doula Darnell Lamont Walker shows up for difficult conversations and heartbreaking losses. He knows the power of dying moments. His new book Never Can Say Goodbye: The Life of a Death Doula and the Art of a Peaceful End shares the stories he’s gathered in his work with people with life-limiting illness. Darnell acknowledges that we have a healthcare system that’s “one size fits all”, but people are looking for care they can trust, that’s delivered in ways that feel respectful and appropriate. The “cookie cutter” approach doesn’t feel like a good fit for care when someone is dying. Darnell learned from his grandmother to provide care with intention and curiosity, to be present with Grief and suffering. Her Wisdom lives on in his work. 

Darnell works to educate, engage, and speak out about death and end of life care. You can find his work at darnellwalker.com. Don’t miss his beautiful book; buy your copy here or at major booksellers. 

Connect with Darnell Walker: Website: darnellwalker.com Find out more about Darnell’s Death Doula services here Social media: Instagram TikTok  LinkedIn

Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care. 

If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care. A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 Family members to get the same expert information at the same time.

Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com. 

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Helen Bauer has worked in hospice care as a Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Registered Nurse for almost 15 years. Helen’s passion for quality end-of-life care can be heard on The Heart of Hospice podcast leading discussions on death and dying, hospice care and philosophy, advance care planning, and grief. As owner of Hospice Navigation Services, she provides education and support for anyone needing information about hospice and end-of-life care.