End of Life Doula: Hospice Care and Massage Therapy

Lin Roussel, BA, LPN, LMT, LE, EOLD, BCTMB

What better time to receive loving, compassionate touch than at the end of one’s life? This 30-hour comprehensive course prepares the massage therapist to understand death and dying, hospice care, scope of practice, roles and boundaries, and meeting the individual where they are in their dying process.  Safety for the client and therapist, contraindications, precautions, demonstration and skills practice are taught. *A live Practicum is offered at a local nursing facility.  This class also includes preparation for the NEDA Proficiency Exam and earning the NEDA Proficiency Badge.

Massage Therapists can choose to take this class in-person, via live webinar or a blended class.

Lin specializes in educating licensed massage therapists on how to safely, gently, and compassionately work with individuals who are facing the end of their lives.  BellaTouch Transitions End-of Life Doula Course offers 30 NCBTMB approved CE hours and prepares the LMT to offer massage and support to the dying for a peaceful passing and includes hands-on practice and NEDA core competencies.

*To participate in the in-person live Practicum at a local nursing facility on the last day of class, you may need to be vaccinated for Covid and wear a mask.  If you choose not to visit the facility you can still attend the class.