What types of services do you provide?
End-of-Life Planning & Education (virtually and in person)
End-of-Life Guide (virtually and in person)
Death Doula (virtually and in person)
Vigil Planning & Delivery (virtually and in person)
Grief Education: Community-Based, Families, Nonprofits/Companies, & Individuals (virtually and in person)
Grief Coaching for individuals and families (virtually and in person)
Sound Healing (virtually and in person)
Facilitate important conversations about end-of-life wishes, advanced care planning, and funeral arrangements (virtually and in person)
Coordinating care and connecting families with appropriate resources, such as hospice care, palliative care and grief support services (virtually and in person)
What should clients know about your pricing(e.g., discounts, fees, packages)?
Packaged pricing for a flat fee versus hourly to provide a more robust service of support, guidance, and delivery of services
Pricing is also tiered to provide a more accessible and equitable service for all
What is your typical process for working with a new client?
To begin, I meet with each prospective client (virtually or in person) to discuss their goals and answer any questions before committing to End-of-Life & Grief Support/Care. I also provide each prospective client with resources that are supportive regardless if they hire me or not.
Once a new client begins working with me, we go through a comprehensive plan that is customized to their unique set of circumstances. We work collaboratively to ensure that the delivery of services and support is exactly what they need. I do provide thoughtful resources and recommendations throughout the entire process.
What are some of the ways you have supported someone at end-of-life?
Companionship and creating a peaceful and safe environment
Support: Emotional, Spiritual, and Communication
Engage: Advocate, Educate, and Facilitate Activities to encourage connection and education
Legacy Support: Design and co-collaborate on end-of-life living plans
Guide: Vigil Watcher, Assist in Final Wishes
Facilitate: Support family meetings, wakes/viewings in the home, and be a liaison
What advice would you give someone looking to hire an end-of-life doula?
Be sure to do some upfront research and reflection. Understand what is most important to you about the end-of-life and grieving journey; as well as how, when, where, and why you need or want support. Think through the kind of person who will best align with you and /or your family.
Create a list of questions to use when you interview a potential End-of-Life Doula:
1. How do you explain what you do? Specific services? Style and approach?
2. What drew you to this work? How did you get started?
3. What are your strengths? What do you enjoy most about this work? Dislike about this work?
4. What are your credentials and education as an EOL provider?
5. How many clients have you served? Deaths you've attended?
6. What is your philosophy of care and main focuses of care?
7. What is your fee structure?
8. Do you carry liability insurance?
9. As your client, what do you need from me?
10. What happens if this isn't a perfect fit for you or me or you can't fulfill our needs?
(adapted from NEDA)
What questions should clients think through before talking to doulas?
What communication, beliefs, and social styles do you prefer?
Are you able to work with a doula remotely, in person, or a combination of both?
Would your doula need to share similar cultural backgrounds such as race, faith, ethnicity, etc?
What are your true expectations for outcomes?
(adapted from NEDA)
Do you offer any physical modalities or specialty training?
Sound Healing
Grief Education and Coaching
Mindfulness Practices
Do you work as part of a collaborative or independently?
Both
Are you willing to work remotely?
Yes
