Traveling Death Doula | Services Packages

Our Traveling Death Doula packages provide on-site end-of-life support—home, hospital, hospice, or abroad. Services include continuous bedside presence, care coordination, advocacy, emotional and spiritual guidance, ritual facilitation, and family grief support. With priority scheduling, reduced rates, and a consistent, familiar presence, our packages ensure seamless, compassionate care and continuity when it matters most.

Travel Rates

Regional On-Call (Same-State / Drive-In)

• Availability window (8–12 hours’ notice when possible)
• Bedside presence (up to 8 hrs/day), care coordination, family coaching
• Mileage, per-diem and lodging (if > 75 miles) billed per policy
  Starting at: $1,250/day + travel

National Fly-In (U.S.)

• Priority scheduling (24–72 hours’ notice target)
• Bedside presence (up to 10 hrs/day), family meeting facilitation, vigil design
• Flight, lodging, ground transport, per-diem at cost
  Starting at: $1,650/day + travel

International Coordination

• Pre-trip consults; country-specific requirements for documents and remains/ashes
• Liaison with consulate/airlines/funeral director(s); translated checklists (where available)
• On-site presence or remote coordination depending on case and safety
  Starting at: $2,200/day + travel & compliance fees

Add-On Services

• Repatriation Management: Document checklist, carrier coordination, receiving funeral home handoff.
• Destination Memorials: Ceremony design & officiation (with The Doula Experience celebrant partners), venue liaison, cultural/faith elements.
• Legacy Projects: Audio life-story sessions, letter-writing, memory boxes, QR memorial pages.
• Mobile Notary & Apostille Coordination: For medical directives, releases, and estate documents (where permitted).

Travel Policy (Transparent && Simple)

• Travel at Cost: Airfare, mileage/parking/tolls, lodging, rideshare/rental, per-diem.
• Retainer: 50% of projected services + 100% of projected travel to secure dates.
• Cancellations/Delays: Client-initiated cancellations follow contract terms; carrier-initiated delays are rebooked at next availability.
• Safety & Boundaries: We follow facility rules, secure lodging near care site, and maintain rest periods for safety.

Ethical & Legal Notes

• We respect local laws, hospital/hospice policies, and funeral regulations in each jurisdiction.
• We do not transport remains; we coordinate with licensed funeral professionals.
• We maintain confidentiality and obtain releases for coordination.
• We carry professional liability insurance; proof available upon request.

FAQs

Can you come on short notice?
Often, yes. Same-day or next-day travel depends on flight availability and safety.

Will you accompany us on a trip?
Yes, if clinically and logistically appropriate. We create a comfort, medication, and accessibility checklist with you.

Can you help if death occurs while traveling?
Absolutely—support includes contacting local authorities, coordinating with a mortuary partner, and arranging repatriation.

Do you work with our hospice?
Yes. We complement—not replace—medical care, and coordinate with your team.

What about insurance?
We can advise on preneed/repatriation options and viatical settlement education; we are not financial planners and do not sell travel insurance.

What Makes The Doula Experience Different?

• Continuity of Care: The same trusted guide—at home and away.
• Cultural & Ritual Fluency: Inclusive ceremonies and legacy practices.
• Partnership Network: Mortuary, celebrant, and notary partners for seamless handoffs.
• Measurable Calm: Families report reduced anxiety, clearer decisions, and better care alignment.