To support you in this journey, I offer varying options, each designed to meet diverse needs and levels of engagement. 

To discover which offering best aligns with your wishes and to learn more about how we may work together, visit the page below.

Advance Care Planning Offerings

*Note: Some offerings cater to North Carolina law and residents; read descriptions carefully. If you live elsewhere, please contact me in advance for customization.

*Contemplating and planning for death may evoke unsettling emotions for some. Ensure that you have support available, whether through a mental health professional, a dear confidante, or self-care rituals that nourish you, as you navigate this powerful and meaningful work. 

Our Support Encompasses:

Presence and Companionship: Offering a safe and supportive presence, whether through quiet companionship, active listening, reading aloud, sharing music, or simply holding sacred space in a way that brings comfort and peace. This time may also serve as respite for family caregivers, enabling them to rest, run errands, or attend to personal needs with peace of mind. 

Comfort and Holistic Modalities: Utilizing a range of gentle techniques to promote comfort and well-being, including Intuitive Energy Work and spiritual companionship. This supportive care is available to be incorporated into active doula visits, while focused energy sessions may be booked independently. 

Vigil Support: I will be honored to sit vigil during the active phase of dying, providing continuous presence, comfort, and a peaceful atmosphere for the individual and their loved ones. During this time, I can offer gentle guidance and information about the unfolding process. Immediate after death guidance may also be provided for loved ones.

Ritual and Meaning-Making: Co-creating personalized rituals that honor life, beliefs, and connections, providing meaningful ways to say goodbye and find solace.

Education: Providing clear and compassionate information about the dying process, helping to demystify what may be unfolding and offering a sense of understanding and calm.

Bereavement and Grief Support: Offering support during anticipatory grief and following transition. This may include simple presence, active listening, aspects of Intuitive Energy Work, spiritual companionship and resources for grief support groups or counseling.

Legacy Projects: Creating a customized way to share your unique stories, wisdom, and the essence of your being with those you cherish and future generations. A small sampling of possibilities include composing first person eulogies, guided interviews, written memoirs, photo or memory books, and unique memorial heirlooms. 

Resource Navigation: Connecting you with additional resources, such as hospice care information, palliative care services, spiritual advisors, and bereavement support organizations, as needed.

My role is to be a steady anchor during a potentially challenging time, offering compassionate support, fostering a sense of peace, and honoring the unique tapestry of each individual's life and their loved ones' experiences. Ultimately, the heart of this support lies in what I understand as soul tending and grief tending; nurturing the spirit and tending to the complexities of sorrow. 

Services are offered on a sliding scale of $40-$60 per hour. Please contact me to discuss personalized rates and scheduling for extended (> 2 hrs.) or recurring visits.

Our Support Encompasses:

Downsizing Material Possessions: Providing compassionate and practical assistance in decluttering and organizing belongings. This process is approached with sensitivity and respect, honoring memories while creating a more manageable and peaceful environment.

Aid in Light Housekeeping: Offering support with light household tasks to promote comfort and well-being within the home environment, always respecting physical limitations and focusing on creating a more serene space.

By offering these practical supports, my aim is to ease some of the tangible burdens that can arise, promoting a greater sense of comfort and allowing individuals to focus on what truly matters. 

Services are offered on a sliding scale of $40-$60 per hour. Please contact me to discuss personalized rates and scheduling for extended (> 2 hrs.) or recurring visits.

Our Advocacy Encompasses:

Medical or Facility Advocacy: Offering support by attending doctor's appointments with you to listen, take notes, and help ensure your questions are asked and your concerns are addressed. This also includes working to ensure care facilities are fully aware of your wishes regarding treatment, comfort, and overall care, acting as a liaison to facilitate clear communication and understanding with the medical team.

Family Advocacy: Facilitating family meetings to create a safe and supportive space for open and honest conversations about your wishes, values, and preferences for care. This helps to ensure everyone is on the same page, fostering understanding, reducing potential conflict, and promoting a unified approach to honoring your desires.

Ultimately, my role as an advocate is to empower you to have your voice heard and your wishes respected throughout your journey. By providing support in navigating medical systems and facilitating crucial family conversations, I aim to bring clarity, peace of mind, and the assurance that your preferences will guide your care.

Services are offered on a sliding scale of $40-$60 per hour. Please contact me to discuss personalized rates and scheduling for extended (> 2 hrs.) or recurring visits.