Connection and Support
For those who are in – or beginning to think about – their autumn season, days can sometimes feel long or uncertain. As an Aging Guide and End-of-Life Doula, I walk alongside you or your loved ones during this time, offering companionship, meaningful conversation, and practical guidance.
I help individuals and families navigate the challenges of aging and plan for the future, providing emotional and logistical support long before a health crisis. Families often ask when to reach out or how my work differs from hospice. The truth is, I work alongside your existing care team, enhancing medical care with personalized, human support that hospitals and hospice programs cannot provide. That may mean proactive planning in the early stages of decline or acute support when needs intensify.
Your Story, Your Way
Your life is so much more than any diagnosis or limitation. You have stories to share, connections to cherish, and wishes to honor. I listen deeply to understand your values, memories, and priorities, so together we can shape this chapter in a way that reflects your life as a whole, not just its final moments.
What I Offer
Companionship and Conversation: A comforting presence and a listening ear through periods of isolation, uncertainty, or change.
Life Review and Legacy Work: Reflecting on your life’s journey and preserving your legacy through letters and a variety of meaningful projects.
Advocacy and Support: Ensuring your needs and wishes are understood and respected by your care team and loved ones.
Practical Assistance: Guidance with advance care planning, paperwork, and coordination of your final wishes.
Aging Navigation: Information and advocacy for a wide range of aging-related services, from home care to hospice.
Vigil Sitting: Calm, comfort, and presence during the final stage of life.
Respite for Caregivers: Time for loved ones to rest, knowing care continues with dignity and attention.
A Team Approach
I collaborate with your family, friends, and care team to align your daily routine and preferences. My goal is to help you live this chapter as you wish, with peace, dignity, and connection.
When to Reach Out
There is no wrong time to reach out for support. Many reach out:
When first receiving difficult news or noticing changes in health
As you're beginning to think about hospice or palliative care
During transitions between hospital, facility, and home
When families need clarity or consensus
After a loss, for grief and meaning-making
Or even while healthy, to plan thoughtfully for the future
Whether you're planning ahead, navigating aging, facing a crisis, or processing grief, I provide guidance, structure, and presence so that each chapter unfolds with intention, dignity, and peace.
Let’s Connect
If you or someone you love could benefit from aging and end-of-life guidance and support, please contact me for a complimentary initial consultation. I am based in Manhattan and am here to support you and your family whenever you are ready.
How I Support You and Your Family
End-of-Life Planning
I understand how overwhelming advance directives and care planning can feel. I'll help you break down these important decisions into manageable conversations, ensuring your voice is heard every step of the way. My comprehensive planning services include advance care directives, vigil preparation, respite care, and holistic emotional support for individuals nearing end-of-life and their families.
Individualized Support
Every family's journey is unique. I provide practical, personalized guidance through every step – from navigating paperwork and advance care directives to understanding and preparing for the dying process. Whether I'm supporting a family on the Upper East Side through their first hospice meeting or helping someone in the Village create a legacy project, I meet you wherever you are in this process.
Family Navigation
Families often struggle with conflicting opinions about care decisions. Having facilitated many difficult conversations, I help family members communicate openly and find common ground, even when emotions run high. I provide specialized support for children experiencing grief, help spouses navigate caregiving stress, and offer respite care for exhausted family caregivers.
Bereavement Support
Death doesn't end relationships - it changes them. I continue supporting families after their loved one dies, helping navigate grief's unpredictable waves and finding ways to maintain meaningful connections with those we've lost. This ongoing support includes memorial planning, anniversary and holiday guidance, and helping family members process their continuing bond with loved ones.
Creating Lasting Legacy
Some of my most meaningful work happens when families create something lasting together. Whether it's recording stories for grandchildren or writing letters for future milestones, these projects often bring unexpected healing and connection during difficult times. Through legacy exploration, we build lasting memories that honor your unique story and help you connect deeply with loved ones.