My Services

I provide compassionate, non-medical support designed to help individuals and families navigate serious illness, caregiving, and end-of-life transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

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    Compassionate Companion

    • Emotional support and companionship

    • Caregiver support and respite presence

    • Legacy conversations and life reflection

    • Vigil companionship

    • Grief-informed conversations

    • Space to process fears, concerns, and emotions

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    Planning & Guidance

    • End-of-life planning conversations

    • Organizing important personal information

    • Advance care planning

    • Creating personal information inventories and emergency binders

    • Guidance on questions to ask healthcare, legal, and financial professionals

    • Navigating caregivers

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    Advocacy & Family Navigation

    • Facilitating family conversations

    • Clarifying and communicating wishes

    • Care coordination support

    • Helping families navigate changing caregiving roles

    • Advocacy during healthcare discussions

    • Supporting difficult conversations around illness, death, and dying

Who I serve...

  • Individuals living with a serious, chronic, or terminal illness.

  • Adult children supporting aging parents or loved ones.

  • Family caregivers navigating care decisions and changing needs.

  • Families experiencing stress, uncertainty, or conflict around care planning.

  • Individuals or families who need help communicating wishes and preferences.

  • Anyone seeking guidance, support, and peace of mind during difficult transitions.

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Not Sure Where to Begin?

Every journey is unique.

If you're unsure which type of support is right for you or your family, I invite you to schedule a complimentary conversation. Together, we'll discuss your situation and determine how I can best support you on the road ahead.

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Five beige stars in a row.

I had the privilege of completing my end-of-life doula training alongside Susan, and throughout our journey together I was consistently impressed by her compassion, thoughtfulness, and commitment to serving others. Susan is a person who "shows up" - with her inviting smile and warm heart.

Susan has a calming presence and a genuine ability to meet people exactly where they are, offering support without judgment and guidance with kindness. Her approach to this work is with both heart and professionalism, always honoring the dignity, wishes, and unique experiences of each individual and family.

I have no doubt that anyone who has the opportunity to work with Susan will feel seen, heard, and supported during one of life’s most meaningful transitions. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking compassionate end-of-life care.

Nicole Hoover