End of Life Doula / Death Comadre
What does an End of Life Doula do?
End of Life Doulas offer guidance and support before, during, and after death to the patient, their family, and loved ones. She honors the process of preparing a Death binder and collecting vital documents and notations of end of life wishes. Consuelo is also a certified minister and can support with planning and facilitation of funeral ceremonies.
Your Doula Consuelo
Consuelo Melendez has a career as a Reiki practitioner and Energy worker. Her calling to End of Life Doula work began in 2013 with the transition of her mom. As well as, a Reiki client transitioning in 2022. In both instances she recalls being grounded and holding delicate space.
This led to her exploration to study End of Life Doula work. She successfully completed her certification July of 2023 with instructors Jimmy Gialelis and Clara Brown. Consuelo is also certified with the Cihuapactli Collective as a Death Comadre. She has honored the knowledge on sacred traditions in both Indigenous and Western teachings regarding end of life transitions.
Consuelo has supported many grief journeys and in Hospice/private care settings.
She is also a ordained minister and can be a celebrant for funeral services and end of life celebrations.
Do you have a family member in need of support?
Consuelo is continuing to build her practice in End of Life Doula work. Her care is personalized to each family seeking her empathy and support. If you are interested, please feel free to book a consult call with her to discuss how she can partner with your families needs.