22/01/2026
Most end-of-life crises are not sudden.
They build quietly, over time, when emotional, practical and relational needs go unmet. When families are carrying too much for too long. When support arrives too late, or not at all.
In this new blog, Why End-of-Life Crisis Happens, I explore why so many people reach crisis near the end of life, and how earlier, non-clinical support can change the experience for people, families and carers.
This piece sits alongside the important work being led by Palliative Care Australia, and reflects what many clinicians, carers and families already know: end-of-life care is complex, under-resourced, and growing in demand as our population ages.
End of Life Doulas are not the sole solution. But they do offer meaningful, additional support, particularly for the non-clinical needs that medical and care teams often don’t have the time or resources to meet.
I hope this article encourages reflection, conversation and collaboration across health, aged care and the community.
This link to the full blog is in the comments below.
Most end-of-life crises are not sudden. They build over time as emotional, practical and relational needs go unmet. This article explores why crisis happens at the end of life, and how earlier, non…
