Between Realms offers comprehensive end-of-life care services, focusing on emotional, spiritual, and practical support.
Our services are tailored to meet your individual needs, with a deep respect for personal beliefs and end-of-life preferences.
About Me
Hi, I'm Maïa Mercure. I'm an End-of-Life Doula and Shamanic Reiki Master.
I founded Between Realms to offer compassionate and personalized support to individuals and families as they navigate the profound journey of dying. I believe that the end of life is a sacred and transformative experience, deserving of care that honours each person’s unique story, wishes, and values. My approach is grounded in integrity, gentleness, and presence, creating a safe space for clients to explore what truly matters to them as they approach this chapter of life.
Guided by values of curiosity and justice, I am passionate about empowering my clients and their loved ones to make informed decisions and find comfort and meaning during a time that can feel overwhelming. My work centers on creating an atmosphere of acceptance, where emotional, spiritual, and practical needs are met with respect and sensitivity. I am here to listen, to hold space, and to walk alongside those I serve, ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way.
I welcome the opportunity to provide continuity of care, from initial conversations about end-of-life planning to being present during the final stages and beyond. In every encounter, I aim to offer a calming presence, gentle guidance, and an unwavering respect for each individual’s journey.
The Role of an End-of-Life Doula:
A Compassionate Guide Through Every Stage
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Exploration & Planning
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Advance care planning: Helping you express your wishes for medical care, legacy, and final arrangements.
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Emotional & spiritual preparation: Creating space for reflection and meaningful conversations.
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Preparing for the Journey
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Practical & emotional support for individuals and families.
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Rituals, meditations, and legacy projects to bring peace and connection.
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Active Dying Phase
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Continuous presence: Providing comfort, advocacy, and a calming presence.
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Holding sacred space: Ensuring the environment reflects your wishes.
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After Death Care
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Supporting families with home vigils and grief processing.
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Guidance on body care, farewells, and meaningful rituals.
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Grief & Integration
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Holding space for grief and remembrance.
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Practical support with transitions and honoring the legacy of your loved one.
Service Offerings
Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering care that honours the soul’s journey while ensuring that the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of everyone involved are met with kindness and compassion.
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning is about making decisions now for the care you want to receive in the future. At Between Realms, I offer compassionate guidance through this often overwhelming process, helping you articulate your wishes regarding medical treatment, life support, and end-of-life care. Together, we create a plan that reflects your values and desires, ensuring your voice is heard even when you cannot speak for yourself.
Legacy Projects
Creating a legacy project allows you to leave a lasting mark on the world and your loved ones. Whether through writing letters, compiling a memory book, or crafting a special ritual, I guide you through the process of creating something meaningful that reflects your life and values. Legacy projects provide healing, closure, and connection for both you and those you leave behind.
Home Funerals
Between Realms offers guidance for families wishing to participate in the intimate process of body preparation and home funerals. I offer guidance in caring for the body after death, ensuring that this sacred act is done with love, respect, and reverence. These services provide a hands-on approach to honoring a loved one’s transition creating a meaningful and intimate farewell.
Grief Support
Grieving is a natural part of the end-of-life journey, and I offer ongoing emotional support for individuals and families coping with loss. Between Realms provides a compassionate space for you to express your feelings, process your grief, and begin healing. Through one-on-one sessions or group support, I help you navigate this challenging time with tenderness and care.
Vigil Planning and Support
Vigils offer a sacred space for loved ones to gather, witness, and honor the final moments of life. Between Realms provides personalized vigil planning and support, helping you create a meaningful experience that aligns with your spiritual beliefs. Whether at home or in hospice, I ensure that the vigil is a peaceful, sacred time for everyone involved.
MAiD Support
For individuals choosing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), I offer non-judgmental, compassionate support throughout the process. I’m here to help you navigate the emotional, spiritual, and logistical aspects of this decision, providing comfort and understanding every step of the way.
Celebrant Services
As a trained funeral celebrant, I offer personalized services that honor the unique life and spirit of your loved one. I work closely with families to craft ceremonies that reflect your loved one’s beliefs, values, and wishes. By placing emphasis on ritual and ceremony, I ensure that the farewell is as beautiful and meaningful as the life lived.
Reiki
Whether you’re seeking to relieve stress, manage pain, or enhance your overall well-being, Reiki offers a nurturing and supportive space for healing. Sessions are designed to bring you into a state of deep relaxation, allowing your body and spirit the opportunity to reset and restore balance.
Our Way Through package offers comprehensive support for you and your loved ones at a price that aligns with the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Death Benefit. The CPP Death Benefit is a one-time payment of $2,500 to the estate of a deceased person who made sufficient CPP contributions. Many families choose to apply this benefit toward compassionate, personalized end-of-life guidance, ensuring a peaceful transition and the support they need during this sacred time.
Foundational Support
625
Receive guidance for Advance Care Planning or a Legacy Project. We’ll clarify your wishes or create a meaningful project to honour your life and legacy with care and intention.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
Comprehensive Care
1,250
Get support with vigil planning, navigating MAiD, or grief. I’ll help you navigate logistics, prepare for transition, and process emotions so you feel supported every step of the way.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
Way Through
2,500
This package provides full-spectrum support, including advance care planning, vigil preparation, presence at death, and grief care. You’ll receive continuous care every step of the way.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
End-of-Life Doula Services
Packages
"Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality."
Emily Dickinson