216 Delano Street
Companion Training
Unearth and Cultivate
Your Gifts of Care
Learn the art of natural comfort care through presence-based companion training—for caregivers, professionals and loved ones.
Supporting your journey of discovery as you step into your unique path of unfoldment as a Sacred Comfort Companion.
As Sacred Comfort Companions, we are called to walk alongside others needing comfort, being sensitive to their immediate needs, and implementing the appropriate modalities of natural, loving care.
This art of care—using natural, soothing remedies woven with sacred presence—honors and meets the unique needs of each person.
Companion Training Pathways
All participants begin with the same core Level 1 Training
Companion Training (regardless of level) is intentionally priced to be accessible while honoring depth and integrity of the program.
This training was designed for those who align with our mission and feel called to bring authentic compassion back to serving others—through presence and natural comfort care.
Natural Comfort Practices
Reclaiming and revealing the simplicity and beauty that exists in life and in death through time-honored, natural comfort practices— that support body, mind, spirit, and soul.
Sacred Touch
Beginning with an intentional blessing, hands of the companion may rest softly on the person's hands, arms, or forehead—fostering warmth, connection, comfort and peace as it soothes and calms the mind, body & soul.
Essential Oils
Therapeutic-grade essential oils are used according to preference or specific needs, offering restorative benefits, Providing a powerful experience when combined with Sacred Touch.
Music
Reaching beyond words, into the depths of memory, emotion and spirit—never more so than in life's most tender moments. Music meets one where they are, relieving pain and suffering, inviting presence and connection.
Relaxation | Deep Breathing
Guided practices open a space for calm presence and gentle renewal amid fear, pain, anxiety, suffering and grief. Within this stillness, moments of comfort and refuge may be discovered.
Ritual & Blessings
Inviting the transcendent into times of suffering, pain, fear, death and grief. Offering comfort, meaning and a sacred structure for processing emotions amid uncertainty and distress.
Positioning for Comfort
Discovering the rest and repose possible using supportive positioning to relieve pain and discomfort and invite relaxation and deep sleep.
Why a Companion?
In systems focused on tasks, outcomes, and credentials, the role of Companion restores what is often lost—human presence. Companioning does not replace professional care, it deepens it.
The word “companion” comes from the Latin com panis, meaning, “one who shares bread”. At its heart, companioning is not about fixing, advising or rescuing—it is about walking alongside another, faithfully, attentively and with attuned presence— especially when answers are few and vulnerability is immense.
What You Can Expect
Enter deeply into
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the art of natural care that is compassionate, loving, holistic, and transformative
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the deeply human process of journeying with those experiencing illness, dying, loss or overwhelming stress
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examining your fears around dying and how it impacts the care you give
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expansive holistic and sacred self-care tools
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how to provide Sacred Comfort Care, unique to each person
Explore
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ways to facilitate presence and inner steadfastness wherever you are
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detailed education and integration of natural practice modalities
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the importance of cultivating a personal daily centering practice
Experience
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self-care practices throughout the program
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connection with our community of like-hearted and passionate individuals for this model of care
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the joy and fulfillment of living your life of purpose and true service to those needing comfort
Embody The Guiding Principles
Sacred Self-Care
