A death doula, also known as an end-of-life doula, is a non-medical professional who provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and families during the dying process. They help create a peaceful and meaningful end-of-life experience.

Just as birth doulas support birthing a new life, death doulas supports ones that are leaving this life; proving a presence, companionship, advocacy, and education.

The Doula Experience seeks to demystify and normalize end-of-life conversations while providing personalized, compassionate care that empowers individuals and families. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has the tools, guidance, and support needed to plan thoughtfully, navigate life’s transitions, and find peace in their final chapters.

Hospice care is a medical service focused on managing pain, symptoms, and clinical needs for individuals with a life-limiting illness. It is typically provided by a healthcare team and requires medical eligibility.

A death doula, through The Doula Experience, offers non-medical, holistic support that centers on emotional, spiritual, practical, and legacy needs. Death doulas can work alongside hospice or independently, supporting individuals and families before, during, and after end-of-life transitions.

While hospice focuses on medical comfort, The Doula Experience focuses on:

• Presence, listening, and emotional support
• Guidance with conversations, wishes, and legacy planning
• Family support, advocacy, and coordination
• Meaning-making, ritual, and continuity of care

Many clients choose to work with both, as the services are complementary rather than overlapping.

The Doula Experience provides holistic, non-medical support for individuals, families, and organizations navigating end-of-life, legacy planning, grief, and major life transitions. Our services include:

• Pre-need and end-of-life doula support for individuals and families
• Affairs Readiness™ and legacy planning, including legacy letters and values-based documentation
• Corporate and workplace E-O-L doula services and education
• Legacy Travel by Design, including milestone, memorial, and intentional journeys
• Complimentary notary assistance for clients receiving support through The Doula Experience

All services are offered with compassion, clarity, and respect for each client’s values, culture, and beliefs.

The Doula Experience supports individuals, families, and organizations at any stage of life who want clarity, preparation, and compassionate guidance around end-of-life and major life transitions. Our services are beneficial for:

• Individuals planning ahead or facing serious or life-limiting illness
• Elders and their loved ones seeking support and advocacy
• Families and caregivers navigating caregiving, loss, or grief
• Individuals who want to create legacy, meaning, and peace of mind
• Organizations, faith communities, and workplaces seeking compassionate end-of-life and bereavement support

Support is not limited to the final days of life—The Doula Experience serves those who want to plan thoughtfully, live intentionally, and care deeply for themselves and others.

You can contact a death doula at any stage of the end-of-life process. The earlier you engage a doula, the more time they have to get to know you and your family, and to create a comprehensive care plan.

No. The Doula Experience does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Our services are non-medical and non-legal in nature.

We offer education, guidance, and supportive resources to help clients understand their options and clarify their wishes. When legal services are needed, we encourage and support referrals to licensed attorneys or other qualified professionals.

This approach ensures ethical care, clear boundaries, and the highest respect for each client’s needs.

PrePass, RePass, and AnnuMorial events are intentional gatherings curated by The Doula Experience to honor life, legacy, and remembrance across different moments in the human journey.

• PrePass events are held before death and focus on reflection, legacy sharing, celebration of life, and meaningful conversations. These gatherings allow individuals to express wishes, tell their stories, and be witnessed by loved ones while they are still living.
• RePass events take place shortly after a death and serve as intimate, supportive spaces for remembrance, storytelling, and communal care. They complement traditional funerals or memorials and center emotional presence rather than formality.
• AnnuMorial events are annual remembrance gatherings held on significant dates such as a loved one’s passing, birthday, or anniversary. These events honor continuing bonds, legacy, and the evolving nature of grief and remembrance.

Each experience is customized to reflect personal values, culture, spirituality, and family needs—offering gentle, meaningful alternatives to conventional rites.

Yes. Notary services are provided at no additional cost for all clients receiving support through The Doula Experience. This ensures continuity, ease, and dignity when completing essential documents during end-of-life planning and transitions.

No. The Doula Experience does not accept insurance. Our services are privately paid.

This allows us to provide personalized, flexible, and client-centered support without the limitations or restrictions often associated with insurance-based care. We are happy to discuss pricing, packages, and alternative arrangements to help clients find the level of support that best fits their needs.