As you navigate your companion animal’s senior years and/or end-of-life journey, please know that you are already providing them with incredible, loving care. At the same time, it is okay if you feel you need some additional support. End-of-life and bereavement are often two of the most difficult parts of being an animal guardian, and you deserve the support that you need. End-of-Life & Grief Support Sessions are tailored to you and your animal’s unique needs, and can include any of the following offerings:
- Quality of life assessments
- Home assessments with suggestions for creating/maintaining a comfortable environment for your animal
- End-of-life planning, including advance directives and support if planning a euthanasia
- Information about the death and dying process, including what to expect during a euthanasia procedure
- Referrals to veterinarians, animal hospice & palliative care organizations, therapists, support groups, and other resources
- Guidance in preparing for veterinary appointments
- Assistance in researching and understanding information and treatment plans provided by your and your animal’s veterinary care team
- Emotional support around caregiving and end-of-life care
- Grief support that holds space for anticipatory grief as well as bereavement
- Inspiration and guidance for memorials and legacy projects
In addition to end-of-life doula services, I also work with people experiencing other forms of pet loss, including: rehoming an animal, surrendering an animal to a shelter or rescue, grieving a lost or stolen animal, saying goodbye to foster animals, and retiring a service animal. I can also provide support during other major health events that your animal may experience, such as surgery and recovery, or adjusting to a new disability or chronic illness diagnosis.
End-of-Life & Grief Support Session (50 mins): $75 USD
Phone or Video Call Check In (25 mins, for current clients only): $35 USD
Sessions are available virtually; in-home sessions are available within my service area in Washington State, which includes Redmond, Kirkland, Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Brier, Mountlake Terrace, Lynnwood, and Mill Creek. In-home sessions may be available outside of my service area for an additional travel fee.
Community and accessibility are important, so a number of sliding scale spots are reserved each month should cost be a barrier. Please contact me for sliding scale availability. Unfamiliar with sliding scale? Learn more here.
Please note: I will be out-of-the-office for the month of August.
Disclaimer: Companion animal end-of-life doulas offer non-medical emotional and informational support. I am not a veterinarian, therapist, or emergency service. If you or your animal are experiencing an emergency, please reach out to appropriate emergency services.
Amy Sigle 