Hello I'm Tara!
I help people find comfort, connection and peace of mind with end of life care and planning.
If you'd like to know more about me and why I decided to become an end of life care doula, click below.
If you'd like to know more about me and why I decided to become an end of life care doula, click below.
What is end of life care?
" As long as you have another breath in you, you can hope for something: Peace, comfort, the well-being for people you love. It's always a matter of framing your hope. "
~ BJ Miller, MD ~
~ BJ Miller, MD ~
Death is certain, time of death is not
When I heard those profound words years ago, I began to really step back and visualize how I wanted to die, given the choice, near the end of life. I want options. I want to choose what I want and don't want, based on my prerogative and not another person making decisions for me. To do that means having those difficult conversations well in advance, while the mind, body, and spirit are in alignment, which is one of the ways a death doula can help.
What is an end of life care doula?
" We're all just walking each other home "
~ Ram Dass ~
End of life care takes a team effort and an end of life care doula is one who guides you through the journey of end of life care. To allow the space to be there for another soul as they choose and create their own death plan.
An end of life care doula can help alleviate some of the suffering that may occur, both emotionally and physically, while accompanying everyone involved through the journey. Offering supportive presence and care from day 1 to well beyond the last breath, while meeting you where you are.
~ Ram Dass ~
End of life care takes a team effort and an end of life care doula is one who guides you through the journey of end of life care. To allow the space to be there for another soul as they choose and create their own death plan.
An end of life care doula can help alleviate some of the suffering that may occur, both emotionally and physically, while accompanying everyone involved through the journey. Offering supportive presence and care from day 1 to well beyond the last breath, while meeting you where you are.
"Tara has become more than just my doula, she has become my treasured friend. She has brought a level of compassion and tender care into my life that I didn't realize was missing. I cannot imagine finishing my journey without her in my life. She is a gift beyond any words..."
Cheryl Watson
Doula client & how "Cheryl's Heart" came to life
"Ms. Lee and I met when we were both working at an Outpatient Surgical Center. As a physician, I had the opportunity to not only observe how she provided the required nursing services to patients, I watched how she truly cared about the complete well-being of every single individual she encountered.
It always impressed me how she would instinctively go well beyond her required and necessary duties to make sure patients would continue to be able to recover safely at home and had the means to do so.
It was also during this time that I discovered her passion and calling for Hospice Care. When circumstances arose where my own father needed in-home nursing assistance, I immediately thought of the extraordinary care and compassion she provided. They became fast friends and we were lucky to have been able to employ her services.
She is an exceptional soul and I would give her my highest recommendation without reservation."
It always impressed me how she would instinctively go well beyond her required and necessary duties to make sure patients would continue to be able to recover safely at home and had the means to do so.
It was also during this time that I discovered her passion and calling for Hospice Care. When circumstances arose where my own father needed in-home nursing assistance, I immediately thought of the extraordinary care and compassion she provided. They became fast friends and we were lucky to have been able to employ her services.
She is an exceptional soul and I would give her my highest recommendation without reservation."
Gus Allinger, MD
"It is a difficult thing to become part of a family that is closing the door of a loved one's life. Watching Tara walk beside my wife, its obvious that she has a special calling to do this. Her tenderness and care for our needs is beyond my ability to put into words. Thank you Tara for all you have done and all you mean to our family."
John Watson
Spouse & Caregiver to Cheryl
Spouse & Caregiver to Cheryl
"Tara Lee is a woman of grace and kindness who blesses all who know her. I have traveled on mission to Haiti with Tara numerous times and have so enjoyed working alongside her. Tara is always a part of the solution and never a part of the problem. She is calm in the face of adversity and brings joy to those in pain and grief. Oh that more people on this planet had the heart that Tara has! If you have an opportunity to spend time with Tara, I suggest that you take advantage of it."
Roger Braswell
Co-Founder
Give Hope Global
Co-Founder
Give Hope Global
While I am simply the designer of this website, I felt it was important that I write about the experience I had with Tara while designing her website. After spending many hours talking with Tara, it quickly became evident how much of a beacon of light she is. Truly...if you do spend even just a little time with her you will see this.
I learned a good deal from her in our time spent together building this site, especially about what she does, why it is important, and even the details of her work. It was clear to me that she knew what she was talking about and it brought joy to my heart knowing she is offering this service. I don't usually give recommendations to people if I haven't experienced what I am recommending, but for Tara's case, I have no doubt that she is great at what she does and I am positive she will provide a calm, caring, and memorable experience for you and your loved one(s).
I learned a good deal from her in our time spent together building this site, especially about what she does, why it is important, and even the details of her work. It was clear to me that she knew what she was talking about and it brought joy to my heart knowing she is offering this service. I don't usually give recommendations to people if I haven't experienced what I am recommending, but for Tara's case, I have no doubt that she is great at what she does and I am positive she will provide a calm, caring, and memorable experience for you and your loved one(s).
Brennan Feldman
Designer of this site
Designer of this site