Lighthearted
End-of-Life
Accompaniment
Shining a light of comfort for the final journey Home
Why lighthearted at End-of-Life?
In my long career as a Chief Operating Officer for non-profits, I learned to provide clarity and calm for others by maintaining a lighthearted spirit. As an End-of-Life Doula, I walk shoulder-to-shoulder with your loved one, bridging the gap between the clinical and the sacred with that same intent. My goal is to bring ease, even joy, so your loved one can focus on what matters most for their final journey Home.
My Special Approach | Healeōlogy
I call my approach to the end of life “healeōlogy” (hee – lee – AH – luh – jee). Despite the fear, pain, and grief we encounter with death, I deeply believe there is intrinsic dignity and beauty in this natural experience we all share. This belief fuels my dedication to serve as an end-of-life doula with this lighthearted accompaniment. The three core principles of my healeōlogy are:
- Acceptance: Honoring our human body-mind-spirit nature in its entirety.
- Discipline: Embracing growth through all cycles of life, including death.
- Imagination: Seeing the wonder of our connection to humankind and nature.
“Dani is fully tapped in, knowing what you *need* even when you don’t. Perhaps especially when you don’t.”
My Doula Offerings
I describe each of my offerings as a distinct light that I shine for your loved one
Depending on the shifting landscape of your loved one’s needs, I shine a different light of support to aid their journey. You can also think of me as if I were a long-lost cousin—a familiar, accepting, steady companion who shifts roles as your loved one’s needs change by the day and by the moment:
Light of the Cousin
COMPANIONSHIP
The gift of human contact. I hold space and provide a steady, grounded presence at the bedside, ensuring your loved one never has to walk this path alone. We arrange a regular visit schedule so that I help fill in the gaps and give relief to other caregivers.
Light of the Coach
PLANNING
The clarity in the confusion. I provide the tools to organize logistics, helping you and your loved one process decisions that honor their values. We walk through checklists and resources on end-of-life planning to sort through the most practical matters.
Light of the Healer
REIKI & VIGIL
The sanctuary for the spirit. Whether through Reiki, guided meditation, or vigil planning and facilitation, I tend to the energy and atmosphere of your loved one’s space. We arrange sacred time dedicated to uplifting the spirit through this time of transition.
Light of the Muse
LEGACY WORK
The steward of your loved one’s story-telling. I help your loved one harvest wisdom, articulate what matters most, and weave a lasting record of their unique life legacy. We partner to document memories and milestones in written, audio, and visual form.
Light of the Mystic
ASTROLOGY
The lens of the infinite. I offer an optional perspective through psycho-spiritual astrology, illuminating the hidden arcs of your loved one’s life journey. We join with open hearts and open minds to explore their life as spoken through the rhythms of the cosmos.
testimonials
“Out of all the alternative therapy that I have sought in my life, Dani has definitely been the most prepared.”
“Dani brought me to a place where I was able to reconnect with divine source.”
“Dani took the time to help me understand how to prepare for our session and how it would progress.”
“My session was thoughtfully designed and specific to me. I felt known in a profound way.”
A Partner, Not a Product
My support is as fluid as your loved one’s needs. We are never tethered to a rigid plan; instead, we hold our intentions lightly. Today, they might need the Cousin to sit by their side. Tomorrow, they might need the Coach to help process a sensitive decision. My gift as a doula is in shifting to meet your loved one’s needs in the moment.
I offer time-based packages without asking you to pre-determine what service is needed. I will show up shining whichever light—Cousin, Coach, Healer, Muse or Mystic—best serves in the moment.
- Second Cousin Weekly (4 hours per week): $350
- First Cousin Weekly (10 hours per week): $750
- Second Cousin Monthly: (16 hours per month): $1,300
- First Cousin Monthly: (40 hours per month): $3,250
If you have an interest in my support but doubts about your ability to sustain my requested fee, please reach out so we can explore options. My desire is to serve.
Dani Doucette
End-of-Life Doula
- Trained by International End-of-Life Doula Association (INELDA)
- Member of End-of-Life Rhode Island
- Retired Non-profit Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- Certified Professional Life Coach
- Master Level Reiki Practitioner
- Psycho-Spiritual Astrologer
- Creator of the MoonHeart Cycle™
