What if one simple conversation could bring peace of mind?

Often, The uncertainty of how to begin keeps us silent. You are not alone in that pause. Together, we can find words that feel honest and safe, and take the first steps into what matters most.

Informed Choices is here at any stage. Beginning with being the caregiver or accepting that you will greatly benefit by preparing your caregiver.

This can feel very heavy at times. Lets make sure you remain within your best self, so that overwhelm and loss of time with family and work are not the lasting memory.

As we go through life's milestones such as your children turning 18, or marriage, it is a great time to organize the foundation of your family medical wishes.

Consider the event where something comes up, where there may be travel between your in-person support, and you cannot speak for yourself.

A simple yet profound Family Emergency Plan, can reduce unnecessary stress and emotional unrest.

Lets consider that every one of us looks forward to our Retirement. This is a time where you get to ensure your life's work is secure and shared as you wish.

These steps are an opportunity to build a foundation where serious events are handled with a sense of peace of mind because you made the time to prepare.

Your Support System

We believe that planning now, creates a clear and meaningful path forward.

By the time we complete our work together, you’ll have clear plans in place, key decisions documented, your wishes understood, paperwork in order, and a thoughtful clear roadmap for your loved ones, while bringing calm about what comes next.

Attuning the Heart

A Calm Companion

We help you process by offering an open space to talk without carrying a heavy heart alone.

Foundations

Practical Support

Our services help you break down the steps and will provide resources to help meet your needs

Legacy & Reflection

Spiritual Meaning

Together, we build the story your life deserves.

How the Process Works

Here's how we begin, together.

Connect: Start with a conversation

Initial call Session | $25

This includes a 30-minute consultation and a free 30-minute follow-up to review your personalized support options. We identify where you are and level of support your family requires.

Define Our Support

Create a personalized path forward

Together, we identify the services that align with the impact you want to make is this process

Connect the Conversation

Receive steady support

We meet in person with a shared commitment. Together, we bring personal meaning to each decision.

Our Transition Wellness - Areas of Support

At Informed Choices our Transition Wellness Services are a compassionate non-medical first step toward peace of mind. We offer a range of services and packages, all tailored to meet your and your family's specific needs.

Below, you will gain a better understanding of the briefly defined areas of support.

Your Companion in Transition Care

An Elder Care Doula offers dedicated companionship and support through the many stages of aging and change. By building a relationship while you are still vibrant and active, we create space to explore what matters most and prepare with intention for the journey ahead.

Together, we honor the life that has brought you to this moment, acknowledging the wisdom, stories, and experiences that shape who you are. My role is to help you remain grounded in the connections and meaning that continue to give richness and value to your days.

This work is about more than planning for what’s next; it’s about living fully now, with awareness and grace.

Your Personal Advocate

An End-of-life Doula Guide support can begin at any stage, whenever awareness and reflection start to unfold and continue through the final days and beyond. This care meets you where you are, offering comfort, understanding, and calm in times that may feel uncertain or heavy.

  • Compassionate Presence - At the bedside, the focus is on peace and presence, helping you and your loved ones communicate openly, ease emotional weight, and rest into what truly matters. With steady, gentle companionship, you are supported to process in your own way and at your own pace.

  • Supporting Families - Families are encouraged to pause active caregiving and return to simply being present in love. Within this space, tenderness holds each moment, allowing grace to naturally become part of the journey.

  • Guidance Through Every Stage - Whether our work begins years before or closer to life’s closing chapter, this support invites reflection, understanding, and peace of mind. My role is to help bring language to emotion, witness what is unfolding, and honor the deeply human experience of transition with steadiness, compassion, and quiet reverence for each sacred moment.

Care Consultant

A Care Consultant serves as a professional guide for Advanced Care Planning, helping you make informed, personal choices well before a crisis occurs or in times of unexpected change. Our focus is on empowering you with the resources to advocate for yourself, ensuring you remain the primary voice in your own care while maintaining your privacy and self-determination.

Resilience of the Family

Transforming Loss into a Journey of Resilience

In a culture that often expects us to return to normal within days of a loss, I offer a gentler, more human path.

Grief is not something to move past, it is a sacred and natural process that reshapes who we are. Mourning and bereavement are not hurdles to overcome but profound life transitions that call for time, tenderness, and care.

As your guide, I provide a space where your heart’s need to heal is fully honored, even as we navigate the practical realities of saying goodbye. This work blends an understanding of emotional presence with steady guidance. I support both the immediate needs of loss and the longer integration and renewal that follows.

My experience allows me to serve as a resource for individuals, families, and caregivers facing any form of loss, whether it’s the death of a loved one, a member of your community, or someone you’ve supported in care. Together, we transform grief into resilience, and love into lasting remembrance.

Package Overview

In this next section you will gain a better understanding within scenarios. We understand that no two scenarios are the same and we are prepared to tailor support to match your personal story as it unfolds. Our services are for those who want to feel confident that they've completed this process in a positive well informed framework. We support individuals and their personal care team, who want to provide the best possible care and support today and in the community. This is to give you an idea of what a personal package could look like and will be presented on our follow-up call.

Elder Care: Home Safety & Companion

The Situation: You are starting to notice that your home feels a bit too large to manage alone, or perhaps you want to start clearing your space and gifting keepsakes to loved ones, while you have the energy or documenting your life stories as you have time to enjoy this important process. This is a time when you are not in a crisis, but you want a partner to help you navigate what comes next on your own terms.

Provides 20 hours | $400

  • Session 1: The Home Safety We begin with a two-hour home gathering. We will identify practical safety and coordinate the best options to ensure you and your care team are settled in your choice to remain in your home comfortably and while creating peace of mind to endure life's stages.

  • Sessions 2–4: Establishing Your Routine The remaining three sessions are designed to help you settle into a new, supportive routine with a companion by your side. Whether we are organizing your space together or coordinating future care options, these visits build a bond of trust while you are leading the way.

  • Another valuable use of this companion: Available for the transition to care facilities, or times of change when anxiety spikes in diagnosis progressions, medical recoveries when times are scary, and when staff are busy and family is burdened with employment.

End-of-Life: Advocacy & Support

The Situation: A recent diagnosis has left your family feeling scattered and overwhelmed. Family members disagree on the next steps, and the "staff work" of caregiving is overshadowing your quality time together. You feel you just wish you had someone who could ease the overwhelm.

Provides 20 hours | $500

  • Family Alignment: We begin with a family talk to bring everyone into harmony. We are trained to act as a neutral party with understanding that each voice is an important part of difficult conversations.

  • Advocacy & Education: As the eyes and ears at the bedside, We help you through subtle changes, guide you through communication with medical and hospice teams. Often, the amount of information and the medical jargon can feel uncomfortable, we support you in knowing you are understanding and providing or receiving quality care.

Care Consultant: The lasting gift to loved ones - Organization

The Situation: You’ve seen other families struggle through the public probate process or fight over healthcare decisions because nothing was in writing. You want to organize your legal and personal affairs now to ensure your privacy is protected and your family is never burdened with administrative guesswork.

Provides 10 hours | $250

Beyond the books you may find yourself thinking about the doula you’ve been working with, how she has listened to your stories, your dreams and wishes, your laughter, and how she’s already shared time with those closest to you.

In that reflection, you may realize how naturally she has come to understand your heart and the rhythm of your family. It becomes clear that having this same gentle presence serve as your celebrant feels not only fitting, but comforting.

  • This support is designed for those who want a dedicated partner through the entire advanced planning process and in helping you create and out this final chapter.

  • Ongoing Partnership: A companion to answer questions, facilitate difficult decisions, and verify that your plan is secure after the event.

Praise for Meaningful Care

Jessica created a safe, comfortable space that enabled me to open up...

"During the time I spent with Jessica, she asked provoking questions and created a comfortable space that enabled me to open up and explore my thoughts. Jessica demonstrates a keen sense of listening ability which was very important. She provided feedback that was very helpful. Her empathetic nature made me feel that she cared. Her patience was important in maintaining connection throughout our time.  I look forward to our continued communication and would recommend Jessica to anyone. "

- Sonya Alpough

Her support and ideas have been a true blessing...

"Jessica is a wonderful companion who brings a sense of calm and an open heart to my loved one. Her understanding, support and ideas have been a true blessing. Our family is so appreciative of the joy she brings."

- A Clients Family Member & CareTaker

Reduce Caregiver Stress by up to 75%

Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Alone

  • Death does not have to be a medical experience

  • History shows us traditions involving the entire family can help provide comfort and closure

  • Proven to positively affect Mental Health for generations by honoring traditions and cultural values

In Unity: Discussing wishes together can alleviate burdens. It's common to not want to burden family, although last wishes are not being shared, creating difficult times for loved ones left to handle your affairs.

Let us help you facilitate these important conversations!

Introducing the Sacred Passage Framework

A holistic, heart-centered approach to end-of-life planning that transforms a difficult process into a meaningful, compassionate journey of connection and clarity.


Most families approach end-of-life planning with fear, avoidance, and fragmentation. Without intentional guidance, critical conversations go unspoken, important wishes remain unheard, and families are left with unresolved emotions and potential conflicts that can haunt them for years to come.

This isn't just about completing paperwork, it's about creating a bridge of understanding, healing, and love. At Informed Choices, we recognize that every life is a unique story waiting to be honored, every family has deep connections waiting to be strengthened, and every final journey deserves profound respect and compassionate support.

Unlike traditional services that treat end-of-life as a clinical checklist, this approach sees it as a deeply personal, spiritual transition. We don't just file documents; we create sacred spaces for reflection, healing, and meaningful connection.

You might be thinking, "This sounds overwhelming" or "I'm not ready to have these conversations." But here's the truth: avoiding these discussions doesn't make them less important, it only increases the emotional burden on your loved ones. Informed Choices meets you exactly where you are, offering gentle guidance, being present and offering reassurance through our proven Sacred Passage Framework.

In the next moments, you'll discover how the Sacred Passage Framework can transform your approach to end-of-life planning, turning what seems like an impossible conversation into a profound opportunity for connection, peace, and legacy.

Why This Matters

The statistics are clear:

  • 90% of people say talking about their end-of-life care is important

  • Only 27% have done it

  • 82% say they want their wishes in writing, but just 23% have followed through

By taking action, you’re ensuring your wishes are not only heard but honored. You’re providing your loved ones with clarity instead of uncertainty. And most importantly, you’re choosing to navigate this journey on your own terms.


I see you. I see your courage and your desire to take responsibility for this important transition. Together, we can turn fear into empowerment and uncertainty into peace. Let’s make this journey one of clarity, dignity, and love—because you and your family deserve it.

The Sacred Passage Framework

A gentle and intuitive process that walks you step-by-step through the conversations, decisions, and rituals that bring peace, dignity, and connection to life’s most sacred transitions. Through this unique blend of heart-centered support and grounded planning, we help you and your loved ones move forward with confidence, presence, and grace.

Step 1: Clarity and Self-Discovery

Finding your Voice, Uncovering your Values

The first step is to pause, breathe, and reflect on what matters most. We’ll begin with open, heartfelt conversations to explore your values, beliefs, and what “quality of life” means to you. By identifying your end-of-life goals and addressing fears or uncertainties, we’ll bring clarity to your vision.

The Challenge: Many people feel stuck, afraid to start these conversations. They’re burdened by questions like, “What’s the right choice?” or “How do I bring this up with my family?” This step gives you the space and support to uncover your truth.

The Outcome: You gain a sense of self-awareness and responsibility, activating your ability to approach this process with confidence and authenticity.

Step 2: Planning and Alignment

Turning your Vision into Action

With a clear understanding of your wishes, we’ll create a personalized plan that addresses every detail—from advanced directives and living wills to comfort measures and after-death care. Together, we’ll align your decisions with your values, giving you and your loved ones the gift of preparation and peace.


The Challenge: Only 23% of people put their end-of-life wishes in writing, and even fewer make them accessible to their families. Lack of communication creates confusion and stress during an already emotional time.


The Outcome: You leave with an actionable plan that ensures your autonomy is respected and your family is supported. Knowing that every detail is thoughtfully prepared brings a profound sense of relief.

Step 3: Advocacy and Support

Empowering your Voice and Guiding your Care

This is where your wishes come to life. As your advocate, I’ll ensure your voice is heard—whether that’s communicating with family, coordinating with medical teams, or offering emotional support. I’ll stand by you, providing non-medical guidance and comfort to both you and your loved ones before, during, and after death.


The Challenge: Families often struggle to navigate the complexities of end-of-life care, from medical jargon to emotional misunderstandings. Having someone to guide and advocate for you can be transformative.


The Outcome: You experience a seamless, supported journey where your wishes are honored and your family feels cared for, reducing stress and uncertainty during this critical time.

Step 4: Education and Empowerment

Expanding awareness, inspiring action

Many of us hesitate to talk about death, but knowledge is the key to empowerment. Through education on end-of-life options, grief processes, and advanced care planning, I help you and your family make informed decisions.


The Challenge: Most people agree that planning is important, yet few take action, often leaving their families unprepared. By educating yourself, you’re giving them a priceless gift.


The Outcome: You gain the tools to communicate openly with your loved ones, fostering understanding and reducing the burden of tough decisions.

Step 5: Legacy and Closure

Honoring the Journey, Celebrating a Life

This final step brings everything together. We’ll focus on creating meaningful moments, whether that’s capturing your legacy through letters or memory projects, or simply ensuring a peaceful, supported transition. Post-death, I’ll be there for your family to provide comfort and guidance through their grief.


The Challenge: Without closure, families often feel unresolved pain or uncertainty. By addressing this ahead of time, we bring peace to everyone involved.


The Outcome: Your journey is honored in a way that reflects your life, values, and relationships. Your loved ones feel supported, connected, and able to heal.

Our Community Insights

"We push it away. We prioritize all the things that matter the least at the expense of those that matter most." Death is something that happens to other people, or else to us in a future so distant it's the same thing as "never."

- Alua Arthur, Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End

"What I’ve seen in the last several years is that end-of-life doulas are not going away and are offering a wide variety of different services.

The biggest advantage of hiring a doula to come in is having that continuity of care and consistent support for the family –that’s something that can be missing when you have staff shortages."

- Joan Bretthauer, President Gateway End-of-Life Coalition

“Given that dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, is a leading cause of disability and death in the U.S., with over 7 million older adults currently affected, planning for end-of-life care is more critical than ever.”

- Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures Alzheimer's Association alz.org

Meet Jessica!

Founder of Informed Choices Doula

Jessica’s work is rooted in a lifelong observation of the influences that life's chapters throughout aging, transition, death and recognizing our ancestors weave through the human narrative. This foundation led her through significant, life-changing care experiences that blend practical skill with soul-level peace. She came to this work with a respect for the natural wisdom and modern-day power of calm.

She founded Informed Choices to offer families a more peaceful and supported way to navigate the end of life. As a professionally trained support, Jessica is devoted to serving thoughtful individuals who sense that there must be a more mindful, intentional way to approach endings.

Jessica supports those who seek honesty and meaning as they navigate last chapter planning for families and the complexities of serious illness, caregiving, or grief. Her approach is uniquely informed by having navigated the dual role of loving daughter and preparing the estate, she understands the exhaustion of managing logistics while the heart is still grieving.

She is a dedicated advocate for her clients, focusing on the person behind the diagnosis, family resilience and ensuring that every step is taken at a pace that honors their unique values and wishes.

Because honoring your life means honoring your death and every moment in between.

At Informed Choices (est. 2022), we believe that end-of-life care is not just about planning, it’s about connection, clarity, and honoring what truly matters. Founded by Jessica, a Certified Death Doula and Transformational Soul Coach, this work is rooted in the belief that even in life’s most difficult moments, there is space for grace, reflection, and healing.

Jessica’s journey began with personal experiences that shaped her view of death not as something to fear, but as a natural part of life to be met with presence and purpose. From early lessons in private school to soul-stirring visits to nursing homes, each experience shaped a strong understanding of life's purpose. These moments weren't just observations, they ignited a deep passion to share hope, dignity and wisdom in ways that would have a sustainable positive impact, ultimately cultivating death wellness for generations.

Through Informed Choices, Jessica offers heart-centered support to individuals and families facing the unknown. For those preparing in advance, caring for a loved one, or navigating grief, we offer an approach that blends spiritual guidance and practical planning. This gently guides you back to yourself, helping you avoid the isolation often accompanying loss.


With the Sacred Passage Framework as the foundation, Jessica walks alongside her clients with empathy and a nurturing presence, helping you express your truth, document your wishes, and find meaning in the journey. Her mission is to make conversations around death feel natural, uplifting and even beautiful because your story, your legacy, and your peace of mind deserve to be honored.

Whether you’re exploring your own path, supporting a friend, or preparing for the future, Jessica is here to remind you that this process isn’t just about planning, it’s about love in action. And you don’t have to walk it alone.


If these last few moments of discovering our page hold a value in your heart, it may be the gentle nudge you've been waiting for.