The light in the night sky
Compassionate End- Of-Life Support by a Registered Nurse Death Doula
Personally tailored consultations for end-of-life planning and support
RN guidance for navigating chronic and terminal illness progression to help improve quality of life
Hands on nursing care and education on how to care for loved ones with terminal and chronic illnesses
The Mourning Moonlight
Inspired by the gentle glow of November's Mourning Moon, our mission is to provide heartfelt support during life's final transitions. We believe in honoring each individual's journey with empathy, dignity, and personalized care. The Mourning Moon whispers secrets of transition, reminding us that every ending is but a prelude to a new beginning and within the darkness, there is light.
The Mourning Moon
How could a death doula benefit you?
Whether you're navigating your own aging process, supporting a loved one, or facing end-of-life decisions, The Mourning Moonlight is here to offer warmth, understanding, and personalized guidance and care.
A death doula, much like a birthing doula, holds a sacred space during one of life’s most profound transitions. With compassion and deep understanding, they help individuals and families navigate the often-intimidating journey toward end-of-life. They provide emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their families at any stage of life. Ultimately, death doulas guide families and individuals towards being present, embracing the beauty of each fleeting day, and allowing for a serene passage, one that honors both life and the transition that follows.
Death Doulas provide:
Guidance in creating personalized end-of-life plans that honor your values and wishes
Facilitate meaningful discussions regarding wishes to ensure clarity and understanding amongst you and loved ones.
Offer a calming, supportive presence during times of change
What's the difference between a death doula and hospice
While both hospice and death doulas focus on end-of-life care and support, there are some key differences:
Hospice: Provides services to those who meet end-of-life requirements set by insurance guidelines. Meaning, you must have a significant decline to get their services. They are able to provide medical care, pain management, and provide support through multiple disciplines.
Death Doulas: Typically offers non-medical support, including emotional, spiritual, and practical assistance. However, at the Mourning Moonlight, our services are uniquely enhanced by the expertise of a Registered Nurse, allowing us to provide both medical and non-medical support. This means we can address physical needs alongside emotional and spiritual.
The Foundation of The Mourning Moonlight
Mission
In This Together
With both medical and emotional support. We ease the burden of complex planning and hands-on care, so you don't have to go through it alone.
Human Dignity
You are not "just a number" but a unique human being deserving of honor and dignity.
Empowerment
You set the guidelines for how you wish the rest of your time to go. We don't hold judgment; this is your life. We support you in your choices and respect your word.
Advocating for the Dying
Your word matters even when you aren't able to speak. Your words and decisions deserve to be respected and honored.
Time
Time is not replaceable. You deserve time. Time with loved ones, and time for support.
We strive to provide holistic, empathetic care through nursing expertise and death doula support- helping families navigate aging, illness, and end-of-life with grace and confidence.
Vision
The Mourning Moonlight aims to normalize conversations around death and empower individuals, and their loved ones, to plan ahead, so every life ends with peace, meaning, and understanding.