Our End-of-Life Doula Program for Individuals & Families

Compassionate End-of-Life Support - You’re Not Alone

NJ End of Life Death Doula Supporting Family Member

Are you or a loved one facing end of life?  
Do you feel overwhelmed or afraid?  
Do you need someone to help you navigate it all?   

You Don’t Have to Face Death Alone
Whether you're planning ahead or currently navigating the end of life for yourself or someone you love, we're here to support you.
Our doulas offer compassionate guidance before, during, and after death.

We help you:

  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to
    ensure seamless care

  • Spend time with your loved one

  • Keep the peace among family members during a stressful time

  • Honor a loved one’s wish for a peaceful home passing

  • Make important decisions

  • Feel at ease, knowing they are cared for in your absence

We work to perfectly match our doulas with the right individuals or family so that our services are tailored to your unique needs.

Reach out—
We’re Listening

Use the form below to connect with a doula. We’ll respond within 48 hours.

Not sure what support you need?
You can explore our grief services or check out our blog to learn more about how death doulas can help.

Death Care Training & Continued Education

Our doulas have been trained at respected institutions, and have membership with the following:

Service Overview

Before End-of-Life

  • Help individuals document their end-of-life wishes, including medical decisions, living wills, and power of attorney.

  • Provide comfort and guidance to both the individual and their loved ones, addressing fears, anxieties, and emotional needs.

  • Assist in creating meaningful legacies, such as writing letters, recording stories, or creating memory projects.

  • Inform families about the dying process and empower them to advocate for the individual’s needs.

  • Act as a bridge between the individual, family, and medical professionals to ensure care aligns with their wishes.

  • We’re here to offer steady support and companionship to people who are dying and to their families, so no one has to go through it alone

During Death

  • Stay with the dying person to offer comfort, peace, and a calm atmosphere, helping them transition.

  • Ensure physical comfort by managing pain, breathing, and other symptoms in collaboration with healthcare professionals.

  • Provide emotional support and guidance to family members, helping them stay present and involved during the dying process.

  • Facilitate or suggest meaningful rituals or cultural practices to honor the individual’s life and transition.

  • Arrange the space to be serene and soothing, using elements such as soft lighting, music, or scents that bring comfort.

  • Ensure the dying person’s final wishes are honored, maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.

After Death

  • Offer emotional and spiritual support to family members as they begin their grieving process.

  • Assist with or guide families in performing any desired cultural, spiritual, or personal rituals to honor the deceased.

  • Help organize or support the family with planning memorial services, ensuring the deceased's wishes are respected.

  • Provide information on necessary tasks such as contacting funeral homes, managing paperwork, and closing accounts.

  • Assist loved ones in preserving the individual’s legacy through memory-sharing, storytelling, or creating keepsakes.

  • Connect families with grief counselors, support groups, or other resources for continued emotional care.

Real Stories, Real Support:

How Our Doulas Have Helped Families Like Yours

  • "Our doula freed me from the obligations of being the primary caregiver. They would sit with my loved one, hold their hand, and truly be present. They were also available for me and my entire family to talk about our grief. We were not alone during this process. I was able to spend quality time with my mother in a way that I hadn’t in years. While the time in hospice was filled with tremendous grief and fear, it was also one of the most peaceful and healing experiences of our entire time together. This quality time was in no small part due to the support we received from our doula."

    Ed K.

  • "There are no words to describe how grateful I am to have met my doula, who guided and helped me care for my mom during her end of life. They taught and supported me in helping a loved one pass with grace and dignity, guiding me every step of the way—finding the right doulas, hospice, funeral homes, and so much more."

    Esther B.

  • "I wish I had known about this support sooner. Navigating the end-of-life process was overwhelming, and having a doula by our side made all the difference. The guidance, comfort, and reassurance we received helped us focus on what truly mattered—being present with our loved one."

    C4TH Client

 FAQs

  • End-of-life doulas provide non-medical emotional, spiritual, and practical support for individuals and families navigating death and dying. We offer guidance, help with planning, assist with legacy projects, provide bedside presence, and support loved ones through grief.

  • If you or a loved one feel overwhelmed, unsure, or in need of emotional and logistical support, a doula can help. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an imminent loss, we provide comfort and guidance tailored to your needs.

  • It’s never too early to start planning. Some people seek support months or even years before end-of-life, while others reach out when they or a loved one are in hospice or actively dying. We meet you wherever you are in the journey.

  • Pricing varies based on the level of support needed. We offer consultations to discuss your needs and determine a plan that works best for you. Contact us to learn more about our packages and sliding scale options.

  • No, we work alongside hospice and palliative care teams to provide additional emotional and practical support. While hospice focuses on medical care, doulas focus on companionship, advocacy, and creating a peaceful environment.

  • Yes. We provide grief support, assistance with memorial and funeral planning, and guidance through the transition process. We can also help with legacy projects and offer ongoing grief resources.

  • Reach out to us through our contact form, phone, or email. We’ll schedule a conversation to learn more about your needs and discuss how we can support you.

If you're unsure where to begin, that's okay. You don’t need to have the right words — just reach out.
We're here to listen, hold space, and walk with you.

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