For families preparing for or companioning through the end of life

When a loved one is nearing death, it’s common to feel unprepared or overwhelmed. A death doula provides calm, non-medical support to help you navigate the final days with dignity, presence, and care.

This may include:

Creating a vigil or final days plan that reflects your loved one’s wishes

Offering emotional support and grounding for family members

Coordinating with hospice and care teams (non-medical role)

Sitting in vigil, in-person or virtually, so no one has to be alone

Outcome: Families feel more prepared, supported, and at peace during one of life’s hardest transitions.

For individuals and families navigating loss

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t always look like sadness. You may be feeling numb, angry, guilty, or relieved. You may be coping with a fresh loss, anticipatory grief after a diagnosis, or a more complicated grief such as estrangement or suicide.

This may include:

Safe space to explore the full range of emotions

Tools for coping with overwhelming moments

Gentle rituals for remembering and honoring

Ongoing support as you integrate loss into daily life

Outcome: Grievers feel witnessed, validated, and supported in carrying their grief with less isolation.

For individuals and groups seeking release, rest, and renewal

Sometimes what we most need is space to step out of the noise of everyday life and into a circle of healing. North Node offers restorative practices that can be experienced individually or in groups, including:

Sound Baths: Immersive sessions using vibration and resonance to calm the nervous system

Guided Meditation: Practices to quiet the mind, reduce anxiety, and create space for reflection

Cacao Ceremonies: Heart-opening gatherings rooted in ritual and community

Outcome: Participants leave with a greater sense of grounding, clarity, and connection to themselves and others.

For those reflecting on meaning and what they wish to leave behind

Life review can be a powerful process—whether for someone nearing the end of life, or for an aging parent who wants to pass along wisdom and stories. This work helps capture what matters most: values, memories, and messages for loved ones.

This may include:

Guided reflection sessions exploring themes of meaning, purpose, and identity

Support in creating a legacy letter, recorded story, or creative project

Materials to help document values, wishes, or guidance for the next generation

Outcome: Families receive meaningful keepsakes, and individuals find peace knowing their voice, story, and values will live on.