End-of-Life-Doula-Services

End-of-Life-Planning

Creating clarity, comfort, and peace of mind
 

​Advance care planning is a loving act—for yourself and for those who will one day care for you.

As a Butterfly Doula, I gently guide you through this important process so your wishes are known, honored, and held with care.

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Support may include assistance with advance directives (living wills), organizing essential documents, clarifying end-of-life care preferences, and exploring disposition options that feel aligned with your values. This work can also extend to thoughtful decisions about the belongings and treasures you wish to pass on.

 

Together, we create a plan that offers peace of mind and allows your loved ones to remain present, rather than burdened by uncertainty, when the time comes.

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Companionship & Meaningful Conversation

A steady presence through tender moments

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​At every stage of life’s transitions, companionship matters. Gentle conversation, shared silence, and human connection can be deeply grounding—especially for individuals living with dementia, where presence and familiarity support dignity and belonging.

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As a compassionate companion, I offer a calm, attentive presence and an empathetic ear. Whether we are reminiscing about cherished memories, exploring fears or hopes, or simply sitting quietly together, I honor each moment with warmth, patience, and respect for your unique journey.

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Life Review & Legacy Work

Honoring the story that lives on

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Life review is a reflective process of remembering, exploring, and making meaning of the experiences that have shaped a life. While it draws from the past, it often brings clarity, peace, and renewed purpose in the present.

Using a variety of approaches—such as life story work, dignity therapy, guided reflection, and creative projects—I support you in telling your story in a way that feels authentic and empowering. There are no rules or timelines for this work. You do not need to be elderly or facing a terminal diagnosis. This offering is for anyone wishing to honor their life and what matters most.

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Together, we create a legacy project that reflects you—your voice, your values, and your love.

Legacy project examples may include:

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• A scrapbook or memory book

• A collection of cherished recipes

• A quilt or blanket made from meaningful clothing or fabric

• A life review worksheet or guided reflection

• An edited dignity therapy recording or transcript

• Words of wisdom for loved ones (an Ethical Will)

• Handprints in plaster or paint

• A video montage of stories, memories, or guidance

• Cards or gifts for future birthdays, holidays, or milestones

• A poem, story, or song

• A playlist of meaningful music

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Caregiver Support

Holding the caregivers, too

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​Caregiving is a profound act of love—and it can be physically and emotionally demanding. I offer heart-centered support so caregivers can rest, restore, and feel less alone.

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Support may include sitting with your loved one at home or in a care facility, light household tasks, meal preparation, pet care, running errands, or helping coordinate care with family, friends, and other service providers. My role is to ease the load so caregivers can tend to themselves as well as their loved one.

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​Bereavement Support

Compassionate care after loss

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My support does not end with death. I offer gentle bereavement care for loved ones navigating grief and life after loss.

Grief is deeply personal and nonlinear. I provide a safe, supportive space to express emotions, share memories, and process the many layers of loss. Whether you are in the immediate aftermath or seeking ongoing support as you adjust to a changed world, I am here to walk beside you with compassion, presence, and understanding.  ​