Comprehensive & Dignified End-of-Life Support

We offer comprehensive support for individuals facing the end of life, ensuring a peaceful and dignified journey for both the individual and their loved ones. Your peace of mind is our priority.

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Core Services

Emotional & Spiritual Care

Offering a listening ear, emotional support, and spiritual guidance.

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Physical Care Guidance

Training families in safe home care: hygiene, mobility, nutrition, medication admin.

Caregiver Support

Providing practical and emotional support to ease the journey for caregivers.

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Stages of Support

Acceptance & Preparation

Adapting the environment and educating emotionally to make this stage as bearable as possible.

  • Emotional support during diagnosis
  • Comfort measure guidance
  • Creating a peaceful environment

Organisation and Planning

Assisting individuals in building a meaningful legacy that lasts over time with comprehensive planning.

  • Legacy project assistance
  • Advance care planning support
  • Coordination of farewells or ceremonies

Support for Family

Beside emotional support, helping with memorial planning and practical post-death tasks.

  • Grief support resources
  • Assistance with memorials/tributes
  • Guidance on post-death logistics

Unique Approach

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Personalized Care

Tailoring services to the unique needs, wishes, and values of each individual and family.

Empathy and Respect

Giving compassionate care, honouring the end-of-life journey with dignity and deep respect.

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Practical Support

Assisting with practical tasks like planning, legal steps, and post-death arrangements.

"You matter because you are, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all that we can not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die."

- Dame Cicely Saunders

Meet Our Founder

Tracey Rickards, CEO & Founder of The Living End - Doula Services

Tracey Rickards

CEO / FOUNDER

  • 35+ years of caring as Registered Nurse.
  • Retired Associate Professor, Faculty of Nursing, UNB.

And the most important...

"The death of my wife inspired me to help others, and brought a new depth of understanding to my work. My goal is to ensure that every patient feels heard, valued, and surrounded by love during their final chapter."

Proudly serving as a welcoming and safe space for the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

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Serving the Fredericton Area

Get in Touch

If you or a loved one needs support, please reach out. We are here to help with compassion and understanding. Use the form below for a confidential conversation.

or email: info@thelivingend.ca