Compassionate Senior Support & End-of-Life Care in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, and Simcoe County

Facing a terminal diagnosis or later-life changes shouldn’t be done alone. Doula by the Bay offers compassionate companionship, palliative support, and end-of-life doula care for seniors and families in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, and Barrie—bringing peace, dignity, and presence to your home.

Our Personal Support Services

1. Senior Care Companionship & Support

Social isolation and physical limitations shouldn’t diminish quality of life. We provide non-medical support for seniors in Collingwood and Stayner, offering:

• Meaningful conversation and emotional engagement.

• Assistance with light daily tasks, homemaking, grocery shopping and errands.

• Accompaniment to local appointments or community walks.

• Swimming and stretching for mobility.

2. Palliative Care Support & Advocacy

Facing a life-limiting illness is overwhelming. We act as an extra layer of support alongside your medical team in Wasaga Beach and Barrie. We focus on comfort, legacy work, and ensuring the patient's wishes are respected. Palliative support includes:

• Assistance with dressing, grooming, showering and bathing.

• Mobility assistance, massage movement to help prevent bed sores.

• Support with meals and taking medications.

• Relief and respite for families and caregivers.

3. End-of-Life Doula Services

As a death doula serving the South Georgian Bay area, I provide holistic support before, during, and after death. This includes:

• Vigil planning and bedside presence.

• Emotional and spiritual support for the family.

• Music, massage and mindfulness meditation for added meaning and comfort.

• Assistance with "after-death" logistics and grief support.