Supporting individuals and families living with dementia with compassion and care
Living with dementia, or caring for someone who is, can feel confusing, isolating, and overwhelming. As a Dementia Doula, I offer grounded, non-medical support tailored to your situation helping you find clarity and confidence along the way.
What is a Dementia Doula?
“A Dementia Doula is a trained, non-clinical support person who offers emotional, practical and spiritual support to individuals living with dementia and those who care for them.” Dementia Doulas International
How I can support you
Compassionate support wherever you are on the dementia journey
Whether you’re facing a recent diagnosis, supporting someone you love, or simply needing space to make sense of it all, I meet you where you are, with kindness, empathy and care.
Emotional & Practical Support
Gentle support for navigating daily life with dementia for individuals and carers
Compassionate Conversations
A safe, nurturing space to talk through feelings, changes, and decisions without judgment
Planning Ahead
Support to explore future care wishes and decisions, always at your pace and with compassion
Referrals & Resources
Guidance to help you access trusted and helpful dementia-friendly services and support
Legacy Projects
Meaningful ways to honour memories, preserve stories, and celebrate a life well-lived
Lyndal Harris
Dementia Doula
This work is deeply personal to me. I’ve had the honour of being a calm, loving presence as several people have died, including my father, husband, aunt and others, some with dementia and some without. Those experiences have shaped how I show up in the moments that matter most – grounded, present, and deeply compassionate.
As a Dementia Doula, I offer the kind of support I wish every family had – compassionate and emotional steadiness, and someone to hold space with empathy to help you go gently through the unknown.
Why choose Compassionate Transitions?
Grounded in personal experience and heartfelt understanding
Spiritually aware, emotionally present and non-clinical
A safe space for open conversation and gentle planning
Supportive of both individuals and families
Based in Brisbane, available Australia-wide via Zoom