"To fear death is to fear life, for they are intertwined and inseparable"
-The Tibetan Book of the Dead
As a certified death doula with a soulful approach, I provide compassionate support and guidance throughout the end-of-life journey for both individuals and their families. My role is to help you navigate this sacred transition with grace and dignity.I offer emotional, spiritual, and practical assistance, ensuring that you and your loved ones feel heard, supported, and empowered during this time. From facilitating meaningful conversations and honoring your wishes to providing comfort and resources for grief and loss, my goal is to help create a peaceful and personalized experience at the end of life.Together, we will honor the life that has been lived while also preparing for the journey ahead, ensuring that you and your family can find peace and connection during this profound process.
DEATH DOULA + GREIF GUIDE
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DEATH
What is a death doula? End-of-Life doulas (also called death doulas) provide non-medical emotional, spiritual, and practical support to clients nearing the end of life. Depending on the needs and priorities of the client, doulas assist in exploring meaning, creating legacy projects, and in the planning of vigils, rituals, and ceremonies. Doulas also guide and support loved ones through the last days of life, and ease the suffering of grief in its early stages. Please reach out for a free consultation!
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DYING
How often do we shy away from the topic of death, yet it is the one thing we will all inevitably experience. Have you considered your wishes for end of life? Do you know how you want your life to be celebrated? Have you thought of what you want to be done with your body? Do you have 2-3 people you trust to honor your end of life wishes? Do these conversations scare you? Or perhaps you have elderly parents or relatives and you desire support in having these conversations, ready to dive deeper? Let’s connect.
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GRIEF
Grief- a deep feeling of loss. None of us experience grief the same, it comes in waves and sometimes feels unbearable. What about the grief we experience when we let go of a part of self, you know those parts that have been there for so long convincing us we need them? What about the grief that comes from relationship loss? I am here to be an anchor of safety and support in grief. If you’re interested in knowing more click the button below.
Seeking support for a family member or for self…
End-of-Life Care & Support Packages
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Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of peace of mind during life's most tender moments. In this all-encompassing package, I facilitate end-of-life planning to address your preferences and ensure your wishes are honored. This includes:
-Assistance with advance directive paperwork and end-of-life care decisions.
-Organization of important documents and information for seamless planning.
-Guidance on disposition methods and cherished possessions to ensure your legacy is honored.
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During life's twilight, companionship and heartfelt conversation are invaluable. I provide a supportive presence, offering comfort, understanding, and connection through:
-Empathetic dialogue and companionship to maintain dignity and connection.
-Tailored conversations to reminisce, explore fears and hopes, and share cherished memories.
-A compassionate guide to honor your journey with warmth, understanding, and genuine care.
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Take a moment of respite while I provide compassionate caregiver support and vigil planning services. This includes:
-Heart-centered caregiving support, from sitting with your loved one to light housework.
-Coordination with family and service providers to ensure comprehensive care.
-Personalized vigil planning to create a peaceful and meaningful transition.
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Death Anxiety Support
Navigating mortality can stir a mix of emotions - fear, uncertainty, and anxiety. If you or a loved one grapple with death anxiety, I offer a compassionate space to address these intricate feelings.
Existential ponderings and fears of the unknown can cloud our thoughts. I provide a supportive harbor for those overwhelmed by death anxiety, offering clarity and comfort amidst uncertainty.
Individual Coaching: Personalized sessions to explore and confront anxieties with empathetic guidance.
Spiritual Nourishment: Drawing from diverse traditions to bring solace and purpose to your journey.
Relaxation Techniques: Practical tools to ease anxiety and foster inner calm.
Educational Resources: Empowering insights to illuminate your path and foster understanding.
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Bereavement & Grief Support
Grief and bereavement, intricate facets of the human experience, encompass the journey of mourning and emotional response following loss. Each individual's passage through grief is a unique tapestry, intertwining various forms of loss and sadness.
Compassionate Support Avenue: In the realm of doula care, bereavement support offers a sanctuary of emotional, spiritual, and practical guidance. This gentle support acknowledges the depth of loss and provides a healing space for expression and solace.
Hopeful Vision Grief Coaching: Differentiating from traditional therapy, grief coaching paves a forward-focused path through resilience and purpose-driven healing. This proactive approach empowers individuals to set goals, gain insights, and navigate grief with strength and optimism.
-Individual Empathy: Personalized sessions in a nurturing environment.
-Educational Tools & Referrals: Access to resources for understanding and healing.
-Community Connectivity: Opportunities to connect in grief support groups and share experiences.
-Rituals & Commemorations: Guidance in crafting meaningful ceremonies to honor memories and find solace.
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Sacred Home Ceremonies: Honoring Transitions
Crafting Reverence in Familiar Spaces
In the realm of Home Ceremonies, Vigils, and Rituals, we redefine how we honor life's transitions with reverence and authenticity within the comfort of home.
Home Celebrations Unveiled: Our home ceremonies provide personalized and intimate settings for farewells and tributes.
Heartfelt Vigils: Guided ceremonies to honor transitions and create meaningful farewells.
Customized Rituals: Tailored practices to commemorate and celebrate life's passages.
Community Connection: Spaces for gathering in shared remembrance and support, fostering comfort and unity in mourning.
Sacred Ceremonies Made Personal:
Education & Guidance: Empowering families to navigate after-death care with grace and understanding.
Hands-On Support: Assistance in body preparation, ceremony creation, and legal requirements for a dignified passage.
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Compassionate Companion for Furry Farewells
Pets hold a special place in our hearts, making their departure a profound loss. Just as we cherish the memories of our human loved ones, the loss of a beloved pet can evoke deep and lasting grief. As an advocate for pet well-being, I offer personalized end-of-life support to guide both pets and their human families through this poignant journey.
Easing Transitions with Tender Care
In the realm of Companion Animal End-of-Life Doula Services, I offer solace and companionship to pets and their families during their final moments. This comprehensive support includes:
- Comfort and Companionship: Providing a gentle presence with soothing touch and empathetic understanding.
- End-of-Life Planning: Crafting personalized farewell ceremonies and memorial services to honor their cherished companions.
- Emotional Support and Guidance: Offering compassionate support in decision-making, euthanasia considerations, and the end-of-life process.
Ready to Walk Beside You and Your Pet:
If you are seeking compassionate end-of-life support for your cherished pet, I am here to offer guidance, understanding, and solace. Contact me to honor the sacred journey of your beloved companion with grace and compassion.
My WHY…
In 2020 my Nana passed away from an infection and some complications. She was in the hospital about 8-weeks prior to her passing and due to restrictions at the time she was unable to be visited by family. After getting better and then declining she chose to go home and spend her last days surrounded by family.
She offered me the greatest gift ever in those last days and moments of her passing and then in the dance with grief that came to follow her loss.
The dance continues, even as I sit to write this I am filled with the deepest gratitude to her and the gift that she continues to be.
What she opened up in me was a purpose I did not know existed, her passing showed me the way to death work and it is in this work that I feel most alive in walking my dharma.
To be a bridge from this life into the next, to be a safe space for processing grief, and to return ritual and ceremony to the world of death.
