What does end of life doula training really involve? More than you might expect and less than you fear. Here’s what awaits you at Preparing the Way.
End of life doula training: a life skill for everybody
Whether for yourself, your family, or your work, end of life doula training offers skills that matter for everyone.
Limited-time reduced tuition for end of life doula training
Until 15 December, we are making our end of life doula training more affordable so more people can step into this work with confidence, care and strong support.
Dying to Know Day 2025: conversations that inspire
Discover how Dying to Know Day fosters open, meaningful conversations about end-of-life choices across communities, empowering everyone to live fully.
Deathbed visions and dreams at the end of life
Join Dr Michael Barbato and Helen Callanan for a three-part learning experience exploring deathbed visions, dreams, end of life awareness and care.
Being with, not doing: on active dying and the power of presence
Join Dr Michael Barbato and Helen Callanan for a three-part learning experience exploring active dying, the power of presence, end of life awareness and care.
The Dr Michael Barbato Trilogy: mystery and meaning of end of life
Join Dr Michael Barbato and Helen Callanan for a three-part learning experience exploring end of life awareness and care.
2023 year-end message and exciting plans for 2024
Our founder and lead educator, Helen Callanan, shares insights and lessons learned in end of life doula training in 2023 and sets the stage for 2024.
The silver tsunami of baby boomers is coming
With baby boomers creating a Silver Tsunami of ageing, chronic illness, and rising death statistics, there is a great need to support the future workforce.









