Death doulas can be engaged at any stage of a terminal illness or even before a diagnosis. The earlier the involvement, the more time there is to build a meaningful relationship and plan for the end-of-life journey.

While hospice care focuses on medical support for individuals with terminal illnesses, a death doula provides non-medical, holistic support that includes emotional, spiritual, and practical assistance.

No, death doulas can provide support to anyone facing the end of life, including those with chronic illnesses, elderly individuals, or individuals who simply want to plan for their future.