You’re in the right place.
There are three ways to continue your journey with CareDoula®.
The question isn’t which program is best.
The question is:
Which path fits where you are right now?
3 Pathways
Each one meets you where you are, and moves you forward.
The End-of-Life Doula service path takes time. It cannot be rushed.
It is a path of depth and compounded effects so don’t waste time
thinking about it. If you want this, your time is now.
Why People Find Their Way Here.
Most people discover this work after a powerful experience with serious illness, caregiving, dying, or loss.
They see where families struggle because they have been there and have
experienced where support is missing. And they saw how much suffering comes from not understanding what is happening.
And once they learn about the role of the end-of-life doula, something clicks.
They don’t always know what they want to do about it, but they know they want
to help.
CareDoula® exists to help you turn that desire into something meaningful, structured, and sustainable, whether you are seeking certification, deeper knowledge, or ongoing professional support.
Who’s guiding you?
Deanna Flores Cochran, RN, Founder of CareDoula® Education.
Amazon #1 Bestselling Author • Mentor to thousands of end-of-life advocates worldwide • Hospice nurse since 2000 • Pioneer of the first End-of-Life Doula Certificate Program (2010)
For more than 26 years, Deanna has guided families and trained advocates through the most overlooked and misunderstood period in serious illness … the time before hospice and through the end of life.
She created the CareDoula® Method to teach doulas, advocates, and community leaders how to support families with clear guidance, confidence and a powerful presence, without needing medical credentials.
Need Personal Support?
Not sure which path is right for you? Deanna offers private Hourlong and Monthlong guidance for individuals, families, and professionals seeking personalized support.
Learn About Private Support.
Real Experiences from CareDoula® Students
“Nada Frasier was well known to her community as a Minister in her church and a hospice volunteer.
She knew she wanted to serve more deeply than she could in these capacities so we began working together. She crossed the very tender journey from volunteer to professional and is soaring in her work now serving and educating in her community.”
Disclaimer: All training provided by Deanna and guest instructors is educational in nature and is not medical, legal, or psychological advice. Deanna is not acting as your nurse or healthcare provider. CareDoula® programs teach doulas and advocates how to support families in a non-medical capacity. You are responsible for how you apply this education in your own practice, and you must always work within your local laws and scope of practice.