Looking for a Healthy Start Community Doula?

Since 2021, Simply Healthcare, Sunshine Health, and March of Dimes have awarded funding to Capital Area Healthy Start to train Doulas. This doula workforce development project was also in collaboration with the Doula Network, Indian River Healthy Start Coalition, and Birth, Education, Advocacy & Mentorship (BEAM).

This partnership was established to increase the number of doulas in our local community because of their many benefits for both mother and baby. Research has shown that women who are supported by a doula during labor and childbirth are less likely to have a baby who is born too small or too soon, and more likely to have a shorter labor, and feel satisfied with their birthing experience.

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How Do I Apply for A Scholarship to Become a Community Doula?

Doula Scholarship Applications are now open through June 18, 2026 at 5:00pm.  Please fill out the application here: Doula Scholarship Application. 

Doula Scholarship Information:

Application Details: 

  • Complete Application here: Doula Application 2026
  • Attend one of the mandatory information sessions
  • Understand the time and commitment of the Doula Services
  • If selected, complete the interview process
  • MUST complete all three days of training

Important Dates: 

Applications Open: May 18 – June 18, 2026 (5:00pm)

Mandatory Virtual Information Sessions: June 23 or June 25, 2026

Interviews: July 6 – July 15, 2026

Scholarship Awardees Announced: July 17, 2026 by 5:00pm 

Training dates IF Scholarship Awarded: 

August 14

August 15

August 16