Together, we can explore unspoken needs that leave us searching for words.
"Let’s journey through understanding and healing, ensuring no emotion goes unheard."
About Me:
Welcome! I’m Renee Robinson, a Registered Healthcare Assistant, End-of-Life Doula, mother, wife, and grandmother. Through Shared Paths, I offer compassionate end-of-life education and planning, enabling individuals and families to navigate this deeply personal journey with confidence and peace of mind. I chose to take extensive training at Rhodes Wellness College, Doulagivers Institute, and Okanagan College, which has educated me with an in-depth knowledge of palliative care, emotional support, and holistic end-of-life planning. This, combined with my background in financial, personal, and healthcare support, allows me to understand and address the overwhelming nature of end-of-life planning.
Through my own experiences, I’ve learned how important it is to have support, guidance, and someone who truly listens. I also understand the challenges caregivers face because, at one point, I put my well-being last—until it led to a serious illness. That experience changed my perspective and strengthened my commitment to helping others prepare, find comfort, and honour their wishes. As an End-of-Life Doula, I provide emotional, practical, and holistic support, helping individuals and their loved ones navigate this journey with grace and dignity. I honour and respect each person’s unique beliefs, offering guidance in traditions and rituals if wished, creating meaningful ways to bring peace, connection, and closure.
What Is An End-of-Life Doula?
An end-of-life doula is a non-medical professional who provides compassionate support, guidance, and comfort to individuals and their loved ones as they navigate the final stages of life.
Whether working alongside hospice teams or independently, doulas offer holistic care, addressing emotional, spiritual, and practical needs. They help create a peaceful and personalized end-of-life experience through legacy work, vigil planning, and bedside presence.
With a calm, grounding presence, end-of-life doulas hold space for reflection, healing, and meaningful connection during life’s most sacred transition.
What We Offer
At our company, we believe that choosing the right partner for your journey is essential. With heartfelt dedication and years of experience, we are here to support you every step of the way. This is more than just service; it's our calling to ensure that no one faces their challenges alone. Together, we can navigate this journey with compassion and understanding.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple, yet deeply personal: to walk beside individuals and families through one of life’s most vulnerable and sacred times.
As an end-of-life doula, we offer emotional, spiritual, and practical support, helping you navigate the unknown with clarity, care, and compassion.
Whether it's advance planning, legacy projects, or just sitting with you in the quiet moments, we are here to hold space, advocate for your wishes, and honour the journey, every step of the way.
Our Vision
At Shared Paths Doula: Advocacy & Legacy Planning Inc., we envision a world where no one walks their final path alone. A world where end-of-life care is rooted in compassion, understanding, and dignity—and where every story is honoured, every choice respected, and every goodbye supported with grace.
Legacy and Meaning Making
Preserving Memories
Doulas play a vital role in helping families create meaningful books, audio recordings, rituals, and other legacy projects that honour the life and values of their loved ones. These tangible keeps provide a healing way for families to remember and celebrate the unique stories and experiences that define their cherished memories. With a compassionate approach, doulas guide families through the process, ensuring each project reflects the essence of the individual and offers comfort during times of remembrance.
End-of-Life Advocacy
Support and Care
Our compassionate advocacy services provide comfort and care for individuals and families navigating challenging end-of-life situations, offering guidance and support every step of the way.
Advance Care Projects
Personalized Support
Welcome to our service, where we empower individuals to explore and articulate their end-of-life wishes. From medical directives to legacy projects and funeral preferences, we provide guidance that alleviates stress and minimizes conflict. By addressing these important topics in advance, we ensure that wishes are clearly understood, allowing for dignity and autonomy.
Let us help you create a meaningful plan that brings peace of mind to you and your loved ones.
Education and Guidance
Educational Initiatives
We offer gentle explanations of what to expect during and after death. We help reduce fear and empower informed choices with supportive, nonjudgmental assistance.
Vigil Planning & Ritual
Preserving Memories
For those preparing for death, whether imminent or anticipated, we help create vigil spaces that reflect the soul of the person. Each vigil is personalized, heartfelt, and grounded in love.
We guide and support with:
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Creating a peaceful bedside environment
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Choosing meaningful music, readings, or silence
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Coordinating family and friend involvement
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Offering presence and comfort throughout
Ritual helps us move through grief, celebrate life, and make space for what comes next.
Some rituals we’ve helped create:
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Candle-lighting ceremonies for loved ones
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Nature-based release rituals
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Writing and reading goodbye letters
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Quiet moments of shared breath and stillness
You don’t need to know how—you just need the desire to honor what matters.
We’ll co-create something beautiful, meaningful, and authentic to you.
Caregiver Relief Support
Support and Care
Caring for a loved one at the end of life is a sacred and selfless act—but it can also be exhausting, isolating, and emotionally overwhelming.
At Shared Paths, we offer compassionate caregiver relief to give you the rest, space, and support you deserve.
Whether you need a few hours to recharge, someone to talk to who truly understands, or guidance navigating difficult choices, we're here. With a calm presence and deep respect, I provide non-medical respite care that allows you to step away, knowing your loved one is in gentle, capable hands.
You don’t have to do this alone. Let me help carry the load.
Blog Articles
Coming Up Next
Something meaningful is always blooming at Shared Paths… but we’re not spilling all the beans just yet. 😉
New workshops, soulful tools, and supportive offerings are quietly in the works—so keep checking back (or better yet, bring a cup of tea and stay a while).
Because this path? It’s best walked together.
Facts & Questions
Our clients share their heartfelt experiences and the impact of our services on their lives, reaffirming our commitment to compassionate care and support.
Nope—we’re a beautiful complement to medical care. While hospice focuses on managing physical symptoms, we focus on emotional, spiritual, and practical needs. We work alongside your care team, not in place of them. Shared Paths Doula provided invaluable support during a difficult time, guiding us with empathy and understanding.
The team at Shared Paths Doula supports anyone facing end-of-life, as well as caregivers and loved ones. Whether you're planning ahead, in the midst of care, or grieving after loss, we're here to hold space.
Are you the same as hospice or palliative care?
Who do you support?
Do you only work with people who are dying?
Not at all. We also support caregivers, adult children navigating difficult decisions, and individuals who want to prepare in advance. Everyone deserves a safe space and steady support.
Pricing
Most doula services are not currently covered under insurance. We offer sliding scale options and transparent pricing because we believe this care should be accessible and open-hearted.
Shared Paths Planner Including Workshop
Planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones. The Shared Paths Planner includes a comprehensive end-of-life planning guide and a supportive two-hour workshop to help you thoughtfully complete your wishes with clarity, confidence, and care.
You’ll walk away with a fully personalized plan that reflects your values, decisions, and legacy, so your family isn't left guessing during an already tender time.
Investment: Introductory Offer
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$175 for one person
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$125 for each additional participant
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Group discounts available for 5 or more—perfect for families, teams, or community groups
Let’s make these important conversations easier, together.
You Can Choose The Support That Feels Right For Your Journey
Whether you need a gentle presence, caregiver respite, or end-of-life guidance, you can book support in flexible blocks of time:
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3-Hour Package – A gentle starting point for focused support
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6-Hour Package – Ideal for deeper connection and ongoing presence
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18-Hour Package – Comprehensive, continuous care throughout the journey
Every path is different. Let’s find the one that fits you best
With kindness, flexibility, and care.
