What Does A Death Doula Do?| We're Not Prepared To Die| Death Doula Kacie Gikonyo | Healthcare Henry

Death is something we all face. So why do we spend so little time preparing for it? On this episode of Healthcare Henry The Podcast, Henry sits down with Kacie Gikonyo — Registered Nurse, Death Doula, Educator, Author, and Founder of Death Doula School — for an honest conversation about what happens at the end of life. Kacie explains what a death doula actually does, how death doulas work alongside hospice, why some people are dying alone, and why she believes families should begin preparing for death before they are in a crisis. They also discuss intentional death plans, end-of-life wishes, hospice misconceptions, morphine and comfort care, the growing death doula profession, the lack of regulation in the industry, and the difficult reality of choosing the right support when someone is dying. Kacie also shares the personal experiences that changed her career and led her to focus on what she calls the human side of death. Her message is challenging but important: We don't have to wait until death is in our face before we start talking about it. Are you and your family prepared for the end of life? Watch the full episode, share it with someone who needs this conversation, and tell us your thoughts in the comments. 🔗 Full episode also available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio Follow Death Doula Kacie Gikonyo: Instagram: @deathdoulakacie Website: deathdoulakacie.com Follow @HealthcareHenry for more conversations about healthcare, maternal health, hospice, patient advocacy, end-of-life care, and the issues affecting families across America. #HealthcareHenry #DeathDoula #HospiceCare #EndOfLifeCare #DeathAndDying Important: The episode includes Kacie's personal experiences and perspectives about hospice, death doulas, and end-of-life care.