FAQs

• End-of-life care, as I offer it, is non-medical support that centers the emotional, spiritual, and practical needs of individuals and families as death approaches. It can complement hospice and palliative care, and can begin much earlier—before active dying has begun. My work honors the soul, the story, and the sacredness of this life transition.

• Palliative care focuses on improving quality of life for people living with serious illnesses—at any stage—not just the end of life. It can be provided alongside curative treatments.

• Hospice care is a medical service offered when someone is nearing the end of life, often with a prognosis of six months or less, and when curative treatments are no longer being pursued. It typically includes nurses, doctors, and chaplains working as a team.

End-of-life care is not only for the final days or hours of life—it’s a sacred support that can begin months or even years before death. You might consider these services when:

• You or a loved one has received a life-limiting diagnosis and want intentional, heart-centered planning.

• There is a desire to create a sense of peace, meaning, and clarity around the dying process.

• You are navigating anticipatory grief or seeking spiritual guidance.

• You want to explore rituals, legacy projects, or personalized farewell ceremonies.

• You simply need someone to walk alongside you—present, grounded, and without judgment.

There is no “too soon” to seek support. Beginning early can be a gift for everyone involved.

A death doula is a compassionate guide, space-holder, and advocate who supports individuals and families through the sacred threshold of dying. My role is to:

• Offer emotional and spiritual companionship.

• Hold space for grief, fear, joy, and everything in between.

• Help create personalized rituals or practices that bring comfort and meaning.

• Support legacy or memory-making activities.

• Assist with practical planning, like vigil arrangements or after-death wishes.

• Be present—listening deeply, honoring autonomy, and centering the dignity of the person transitioning.

Think of a death doula as a steady lantern-bearer in the dark: I do not lead the path, but I walk beside you, illuminating what matters most.

Each person’s needs are unique, and I tailor my support to honor the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. Emotional and spiritual care might include:

• Active listening and presence, allowing space to name fears, joys, regrets, or hopes.

• Guided meditations, breathing practices, or sacred rest.

• Spiritual companionship, which can include prayer, poetry, or sacred texts if desired.

• Grief tending and meaning-making before and after death.

• Ritual creation—from bedside blessings to ancestral altars, farewell ceremonies, or sacred anointing.

• Support for families and caregivers as they navigate uncertainty, exhaustion, or loss.

This care is always affirming, inclusive, and grounded in your values—not bound by any single religious tradition, unless you desire that.

My services are offered with deep care and flexibility, understanding that end-of-life support should be accessible, not a luxury. Pricing varies based on the type of support, duration, and depth of engagement. Here’s a general overview:

• 1:1 Spiritual Companionship / End-of-Life Planning
  $100 – $150 per session (60–75 minutes)
  Includes guided conversation, legacy planning, emotional/spiritual care, or ritual support.

• Vigil or Bedside Support
  Sliding scale: $500 – $1200 for multi-hour or overnight presence
  Includes sacred presence, comfort care, rituals, family holding, and gentle transition support.

• Custom Rituals or Farewell Ceremonies
  Starts at $300
  Includes co-creation of a personalized ritual, preparation, and facilitation (in-person or virtual).