Support for Death and the Dying
Closeness with death and dying can be a profound and transformative experience. Based on the circumstances of your need, I offer non-medical support for the person who is dying (as a doula) or for those who are close to them (as a coach).
I am a Death Companion who can be with the dying person during their transition.
For those experiencing a loved one's death, I offer compassionate guidance and grounding to help you find beautiful ways to be present with, and heal through, your experience.
My goal is to facilitate a peaceful, healing, and connected experience for those moving through an encounter with Death.
Preserving Stories and Memory
When death greets a loved one, we so often lose the stories they carry of our familial and ancestral pasts.
For those who wish it, I am a listener and a gatherer of these stories. I help the dying and their families weave their stories into a shared legacy, creating a connection with loved ones that transcends death.
The creative products of a memory collection are based on your wishes, but here are some examples: books of collected stories, audio/video recordings, photo collection and organization, eulogies, and obituaries.
Practical Matters of Death
Death brings with it many (perhaps unexpected) logistical demands; if needed, I can help you with these areas. Some of what I can offer include: facilitating or mediating family conversations, exploring resources for end-of-life care for the dying person, celebration of life planning or other meaningful ceremonies or rituals, navigating funeral options and arrangements, planning for legal/other documentation.
How much does Death support cost?
I do not set fixed fees for death support work, and instead, trust you to "pay what it's worth" according to your capacity and the value that you place on my services.
In most cases, we will agree in advance on a flat fee for services that fits your needs and individual situation.
Everyone receives a free consultation to ensure I can provide the support you need during this important time.
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