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What is a Death Doula?

A death doula offers compassionate, non-medical support to individuals nearing the end of life and their loved ones. Their role is to bring comfort, clarity, and meaning to the dying process by easing fears, answering questions, and providing emotional and spiritual guidance. By being a steady presence, they help individuals and families navigate this transition with greater peace.

Death doulas work alongside hospice and medical teams, offering personalized care that focuses on emotional well-being. They provide bedside support, advocate for pain management, facilitate conversations among loved ones, and help with self-care. They also assist with legacy projects, such as writing letters or recording memories, to honor a person’s life and values.

Beyond emotional support, death doulas help individuals plan for their final days in a way that aligns with their wishes. They create comforting vigil plans, help organize memorials, and support families through grief. Their presence ensures that the dying process is as peaceful and meaningful as possible.

For those considering Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED) as a way to control the timing of their passing, death doulas provide guidance and advocacy. They educate individuals and families about the process, coordinate with healthcare teams, and offer emotional and practical support, ensuring choices are honored with dignity and care.

Ultimately, death doulas help demystify dying and make the process more intentional and peaceful. Through compassionate presence and thoughtful guidance, they provide comfort, reassurance, and a sense of control in life’s final chapter.

“Death is not the opposite of life but a part of it” -Haruki Murakami

Kathy Anthony

Kathy is a compassionate nurse with firsthand experience supporting families through the challenges of end-of-life care. She understands the gap between hospice services and the dying process—while hospice provides medical support, families are often left managing medications and care between visits. Many loved ones fear being alone when death comes, unsure of what to do in those final moments. Kathy offers guidance, reassurance, and a calming presence, bringing light and comfort to families during this deeply personal journey.

Through her Death Doula training, Kathy expands her care beyond medical support, offering emotional, spiritual, and practical guidance tailored to each family’s needs. She helps create personalized vigil plans, provides education on the dying process, and ensures that no one feels alone or unprepared. Her presence brings peace of mind, allowing families to focus on love and connection in their loved one’s final moments.