Learn with Dinah
Together we can normalize conversations about death and dying and even get inspired by them.
Professional & Community Presentations
I am available for in-person and virtual presentations on a variety of end-of-life topics including:
~ What, Exactly, is a Death Doula?
~ Voluntary Stopping of Eating and Drinking (VSED): A Peaceful Option When Quality of Life Has Declined
~ Advance Directives 2.0: Beyond Life-Sustaining Procedures
~ Rituals: Fostering Meaning, Healing & Peace in Saying Goodbye
~ Dementia and End of Life Planning: The Choices You Didn't Know You Have
Workshops & Webinars
I offer introductory, deep-dive, and experiential workshops and learning opportunities both in-person and online.
~ Details coming soon.
Have a special request? I’m happy to custom craft and/or co-create presentations and workshops on just about any topic in the death, dying, and grief space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Death doulas and hospice care serve distinct yet complementary roles in end-of-life care and support. While hospice focuses primarily on medical management, pain and symptom relief, and physical care needs, death doulas provide non-medical support for the social, emotional, and spiritual aspects of dying. This may include advance planning, practical and logistical assistance, client advocacy, and support in navigating difficult conversations and decisions.
It is a common misconception that hospice provides 24/7 bedside support. This is one area where death doulas can complement hospice by helping coordinate care and serving as part of the bedside support team. During the active dying phase, or vigil, I can also partner with other death doulas to provide additional presence, care, and support for both the dying person and their family.
Unlike hospice, end-of-life doulas are not restricted by eligibility requirements, so I can begin working with clients at any point in their end-of-life journey—even well before a health crisis or terminal diagnosis. Many people find peace of mind in having a thoughtful, personalized end-of-life plan in place before an urgent need arises.
Visit my Services page to explore the many ways I can support you on your end-of-life journey and complement services provided by hospice.
I completed a six-month comprehensive end-of-life doula training with the Conscious Dying Collective (CDC), one of the top training programs in the United States. Unlike many other end-of-life doula training programs that are conducted over a three-day weekend, the CDC program includes first-hand practice, integration processes, and a wealth of knowledge based on the seminal work of Tarron Estes, founder of the Conscious Dying Institute.
I strongly believe in the value of continuing education and regularly participate in webinars and workshops and read extensively to bring mindful, skilled, and knowledgeable care to my clients.
On a personal note, I bring my lived experience being end-of-life doula for my father's VSED process in 2026 and tending to my mother in the final days of her dementia journey in 2016. As well, I have been to the depths of grief with the sudden death of my son in 2022 and continue to adjust to life without him. I consider it a sacred honor to assist others in finding grace and peace on their end-of-life journey.
End-of-life doula services are currently outside the scope of insurance, therefore my services are private pay. However, I offer ways to save by bundling hours and can work with people for as few or as many hours as they need. Some choose to only work with me for advance planning while others want consistent and/or intensive support through the final months, weeks, and days of life, especially those preparing for and carrying out VSED or MAID. See my Services page for fee information.
I consider myself a spiritual person, however I am not associated with any religion nor do I have a religious agenda. As death approaches, it is not uncommon for people to want to explore their feelings and beliefs about spirituality and what might happen after the death of the physical body. My role in those moments is to hold neutral space and support the client in exploring and finding peace in their beliefs.
