My journey in end-of-life care started years ago, working in oncology clinical research, and deepened when my Mom was diagnosed with cancer. As her caregiver and an only child, I felt the weight of scarce support and denial around death, leading to loneliness. When she died my grieving process sparked a shift in how I view deathcaring and grief. As a hospice volunteer I found my soul home - supporting families through end of life. Today, I am a compassionate presence and educator for individuals, and their loved ones, at the end of their life. I create safe and empowering spaces for families to feel understood, trusted, heard, and loved. I am committed to normalizing conversations about death and bringing awareness to the importance of holistic non-medical support. I want to equip families with the tools and resources to navigate death and grief with grace and resilience.