Compassionate end-of-life guidance, care, and presence for you and your loved ones
Death Doula Support
Compassionate end-of-life guidance, care, and presence for you and your loved ones.
Whether you are preparing for your own end of life, caring for a loved one, or navigating grief, death doula support offers a steady, compassionate presence tailored to your needs, including guidance for Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) in New Jersey and Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED) .
I provide one-on-one death doula support to individuals and families, often working in collaboration with hospice care teams to ensure comfort, guidance, and meaningful end-of-life experiences. It’s never too early to begin this work; starting before hospice care allows you to feel prepared, supported, and at peace.
This work goes far beyond logistics. It’s about creating space for emotional clarity, honoring your values, and finding calm in the face of uncertainty. Together, we focus on what truly matters: connection, presence, and dignity for you and your loved ones.
Through gentle guidance, attentive listening, and heartfelt support, you’ll feel reassured, cared for, and not alone. We navigate fears, explore wishes, and create an environment of understanding so that you and your caregivers can move through this time with confidence, compassion, and peace.
Meet Jill and learn how she guides families through end-of-life.
Client Testimonials
"It has been a pleasure working with Jill through the functional, emotional, and spiritual concerns that come with end‑of‑life care. Jill has been able to assist me in supporting my family through this process with her insight and guidance. Her presence brought comfort, clarity, and peace when we needed it most." — K & C
"Jill’s compassionate presence helped us face the realities of dying with openness and peace. She supported both our loved one and our family, giving us clarity, comfort, and space to truly be together." — HC
“Thank you so much for all of your help! Your presence was very calming and just what we needed.” -JL (MAID client)
What Death Doula Support Looks Like
A compassionate, non-judgmental presence for the dying person and their loved ones.
Emotional and spiritual support for both the person at the end of life and their caregivers.
Guidance through the physical, emotional, and practical stages of dying, helping families feel prepared and supported.
Support for caregivers, including rest, reflection, and tools to build resilience during a challenging time.
Assistance with honoring values and wishes through meaningful conversations, rituals, and personalized ceremonies.
Specialized support for MAID (Medical Aid in Dying) and VSED (Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking), ensuring comfort, dignity, and presence throughout the process.
Every journey is unique, and the support I provide is tailored to your family’s needs. If you’re curious about how a death doula can walk with you or your loved one through this time, I invite you to reach out and start the conversation.
End-of-Life Vigils & Medical Aid in Dying Assistance in NJ
End of Life Clarity understands the profound need for compassionate companionship during the sacred moments of dying, whether through a natural process, Medical Aid in Dying (MAID), or VSED (Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking).
This service provides you and your family with a dedicated, responsive presence whenever you need it, for as many hours as necessary. I serve as a gentle, grounding guide, helping you physically, mentally, and emotionally prepare for the end of life, whether it is your own or a loved one’s. I am ready to sit vigil, offer solace, and hold space for peace and connection during these tender moments.
My commitment is to be present for you, offering unwavering support and compassionate care when it matters most. Whether preparing for a natural death or a medically assisted one, your well-being and wishes guide everything I do.
Investment
Support can begin hourly and increase as needs change. We can start with one call or visit, then move into more consistent support if your family needs more access, coordination, or bedside presence.
Hourly Support: $75/hour
Flexible support for planning conversations, emotional support, family guidance, care discussions, and preparation. This can be a good fit for occasional check-ins, one-time questions, or support as specific needs come up.
Monthly Support Package: $600/month
Includes four one-hour calls or visits per month, plus reasonable phone, text, or email support between sessions. This is best for ongoing guidance, understanding changes, and steady support.
Increased Monthly Support: $950/month
Includes four one-hour calls or visits per month, plus more frequent phone, text, and email support between sessions. This may also include family coordination and communication support with hospice, facility staff, or care providers when appropriate. This is best for families who need steadier guidance, more communication support, changing care needs, or help keeping everyone on the same page.
Medical Aid in Dying Support in New Jersey: $1,000
In-person support for the day of ingestion, including emotional preparation, family support, bedside presence, and guidance around creating a calm and meaningful environment. Additional hourly support may be recommended in the days or weeks leading up to ingestion.
VSED Support: $3,000
Approximately 30 hours of support for individuals and families navigating Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking. This may include planning, family conversations, emotional preparation, coordination with care providers when appropriate, and support during the active VSED process. Additional hourly support may be recommended in the months leading up to VSED.
Bedside Vigil Support: $75/hour, 3-hour minimum
In-person bedside vigil support during the final hours or days of life. This may include quiet presence, emotional support for loved ones, help in creating a peaceful environment, and guidance around what the family may be seeing. Availability depends on timing, location, and previously scheduled commitments.
A Few Notes
Monthly packages provide continuity, flexibility, and access between sessions. They do not replace hospice, facility staff, emergency services, or skilled medical care.
Additional calls or visits beyond what is included in a monthly package are billed at $75/hour.
Travel beyond 30 minutes may include an additional fee.
Bedside vigil support may include support with readings, music, prayer, ritual, meaning-making, or helping loved ones take breaks while someone steady is present in the room.
I do not provide skilled nursing care or activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, or regular hands-on personal care.
I work alongside hospice, facility staff, and family caregivers to support the emotional, practical, and communication pieces.
Vigil and active dying support depend on timing, location, and previously scheduled commitments.
Reach out today to learn how I can support you or your loved one, including guidance for Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) or Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking (VSED)
Why Choose Jill
As a Certified Death Doula, I bring a compassionate presence, steady guidance, and heartfelt support tailored to you and your loved ones. I walk beside you during life’s most tender moments, helping you navigate the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of dying. With experience supporting both natural and medically assisted deaths, including MAID and VSED, I ensure care is aligned with your values and wishes. My goal is to bring comfort, clarity, and peace so you and your loved ones can focus on connection, meaning, and being fully present in the time you share.
Further Reading & Listening
Blogs:
What is a death doula and why do you need one?
A death doula is a non-medical person trained to care for someone holistically, taking into account the whole person's needs at the end of life. The doula helps to make sure their emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical needs are met.
Why is doula support around the time of death so important?
The significance of death doula support during the dying phase in someone’s life lies in its holistic approach that addresses all of the dying process: emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual.
To deepen your understanding of the work of death doulas, I’ve compiled a list of podcast episodes from Seeing Death Clearly that feature conversations with professionals in this field. These episodes offer valuable insights into their experiences, approaches, and the impact they have on end-of-life care.
What Is Bedside Vigil Support at the End of Life?
When someone is actively dying, families may feel unsure, overwhelmed, or afraid to leave the room. Bedside vigil support provides emotional, practical, and calming support for loved ones during the final stage of life.
Podcasts:
A Death Doula’s Journey from Grief to Community Care with Meghan J. Maher
Death Doula Care for Dying with Kasey March
Death Doula and Funeral Celebrant Stories with Caroline Fenelius-Carpenter
What Is a Death Doula? Morgan Everitt on End-of-Life Care and Building a Business
Want to hear more conversations about death, dying, and how we live life? Listen to Seeing Death Clearly for conversations about honoring loved ones, celebrating life, and finding healing through ritual and remembrance.
