StoneHedge Transition’s :
Creative End of life Doula 
 Leslie Buller-Hayes

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​So good of you to visit. What brought you here today? Is it my creativity that has intrigued you? Did grief bring you or Is it the safe space to think and talk about death. I am passionate about all these things. creating art, providing a safe space to chat about life, death and grief. You will find many resources on the contact page. You can skip to those here. 

I bring more than 30 years of compassionate, holistic nursing experience to you and your family. I started my career working in homecare and most recently as a Charge Nurse in Critical Care Medicine. In my hospital work life, I meet people on the worst days of their lives,  if I can provide some peace, empathy, comfort and assistance in navigating our very broken health care system during crisis, that brings me a great deal of peace and satisfaction.

I have been a creative for longer than I have been a nurse but over the last few years I have focused on and dedicated time to creating artwork that is helping me heal. It brings me great joy to create art of all kinds. 


I have been at the bedside of many people both young and old, in their homes and in hospital, at end of life, offering support and compassion, not only to them but to their families. Being a part of fulfilling a persons last wishes is truly an honour and a privilege. Recently, I have been witness to many families struggle with end of life decisions for their family members, which often leads to prolonging suffering and pain. This has been the catalyst for my  doula role. I want to support a death positive culture and endeavour to plant the “proverbial seed” for healthy death dialogue. 


In 2019, I suffered an immeasurable loss, when my dearest friend died suddenly and unexpectedly. The days and months that followed  were spent blindly supporting her family and my friends, without giving much thought to my own needs. I was numb! It was much easier to box myself into my helping role, than to seek out the guidance and support that I needed. Over time, it became very evident to me, that if those of us that work within health care, struggle to find the supportive avenues to grieving/coping/healing, what might the average person’s experience be? This too has been a catalyst to my desire to support those before, during and after end of life. It is my intention to honour her life and death as an End of Life Doula. 
It is my privilege to own a small hobby farm in StoneMills township, lands once occupied by the Wendake, Mississauga and Anishinabe First Nation peoples, it is here, on my land , with my animals, that I find my peace and sanctuary. In keeping with the spirit of the First peoples, my intention is to provide an inclusive, supportive pathway in end of life transitions for all. Having always been death positive, it is a privilege and incredibly rewarding to share the sacred space with those that are facing end of life. ​Obtaining my End of Life Doula certificate from Douglas college in 2020 was something that I have planned to do for a number of years.  I hold a professional certificate from Sir Wilfred Laurier University's School of Social work in Death, Dying and Bereavement. I hold memberships in the Death & Dying Network International, End of Life Doula Association of Canada, Death Doula Ontario Network, the College of Nurses of Ontario as well as the Ontario Nurses's Association. I hold a Certificate in Advance Care Planning, Goals of Care and Health Care Consent through Hospice Palliative Care Ontario. My lengthy nursing background and experience will bring value, in knowledge, skill and ability to offer you and your loved ones support and comfort, while navigating end of life with your needs, values and goals in mind. I understand that talking about death doesn’t come naturally for most, so let me help you to get the conversation started. It would be my honour to do so. 

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Mission:
StoneHedge Transitions is committed to offering support and guidance through education, empowerment and advocacy to individuals, families and those interested in a meaningful end of life transition while honouring their vision.

Vision:
​Albeit a tall order, my vision is to change the narrative around death and dying. StoneHedge Transitions will endeavour to provide comprehensive support and guidance in all aspects of end of life care. Please reach out, let’s get the conversation started!

Core Values:
Our Mission and Vision statements are driven by the the core values that are embraced in everyday life and practice. We care about you!
C = compassion, comfort
A = advocacy 
R = respect
E = empathy, empowerment, education

Would you like to schedule a FREE initial discussion about what you need.

​We have a number of packages that are available to you and your family depending on what services you are looking to secure.  The hourly rate is $80/hr but investing in packages can reduce your cost. StoneHedge Transitions believes in the expression “No one left behind” so we offer a sliding scale to ensure quality care all. Cost should never be a barrier to end of life comfort, care and grief support.