Our Mission:
Support for All
Present for You LLC is a Public Benefit Company
Our Mission and Vision:
We created Present for You (PFY) to provide human-centered care and companionship to people living with serious illness or near the end of life. This support is essential on the primarily medical journey from serious illness, to palliative care, to hospice, and beyond. All individuals and those who accompany them should receive the support they need to navigate this complex world.
We are deeply committed to providing these services to promote access to all and to work in coordination with our client’s medical providers during each step of this healthcare journey. Our serious illness companions and doulas bring unique lived experiences to each client we serve. We stand ready to walk with you.
Our Journey
Growth Story
From Audacious Beginnings to a Humbled Reality
Expanding Reach
Solidified Long-Term Hospice Collaboration in January 2022
Recognition
Presented Preliminary Findings at the Center to Advance Palliative Care Leadership Summit in October 2023
Future Goals
Continuing Innovation and Collaboration with New Partners
What We Do
Our Present for You Doulas meet you where you are in your serious illness or end-of-life journey. This means you can reach out to us at any time, whether you have just received your diagnosis or have been living with it for years. No matter your age or background, we are here to support you. We will listen to your needs and your worries and fill the gaps others cannot. If you need help with practical tasks, such as reaching out to loved ones, finding the right doctors, or you just need someone who can make your living space more comfortable, we will be there to help.
If you don't know what you need, we can help with that as well. Our doulas can sit with you and discuss who should be in your circle of care, what sort of life changes can be expected based on your unique circumstances, and what practical matters should be taken care of before the end of your journey. We believe you should have a say in your care and your end-of-life experience. We are here to make this experience the right one for you.
Present for You LLC's Founders
John’s expertise includes diverse past roles including Chief Medical Officer and Chief of Innovation at Commonwealth Care Alliance, where he founded the innovative LifeChoices program. John has published in multiple journals including NEJMCatalyst and Journal of Palliative Care. In addition, he serves on the Board of Activate Care. He is also the co-founder and CMO of Gather Health, a socially focused senior primary care group where he continues to practice medicine. John completed his doula training at the University of Vermont and is also board certified in Palliative and Hospice Care.
Prior to starting PFY, Jane was the founder of a doula practice named Transition with Tranquility. She received her MS in Palliative Care from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Jane has been featured as a speaker at numerous conferences including CTAC/CAPC Leadership Summit and has become one of the leading voices in the role of doulas in caring for people with serious illness. In addition, she has extensive experience as a bedside attendant for those choosing medical aid in dying. Jane completed both the University of Vermont and INELDA doula trainings.
Cody’s background as a startup attorney as well as his lived experience caring for dying family members makes him an ideal cofounder. Cody's work demonstrates how we can respect heavily regulated areas such as hospice and labor law while delivering cost-effective and efficacious care for more people. Cody holds professional degrees from Boston University’s Questrom, Harvard University Graduate School of Design, and Northeastern University School of Law. Beyond law, Cody also gives time to care and support others as a doula, drawing on his training through INELDA and at PFY.
Meet Our Team
Experienced Serious Illness Companions and End-of-Life Doulas
Holly works with clients who have received terminal or life-altering diagnoses and also those who simply want to discuss end of life or mortality. She holds a Master's of Divinity and completed INELDA end-of-life doula training. She brings her background in cross-cultural communication and crisis management, as well as a down-to-earth approach to her doula practice.
Sam is an experienced Hospice volunteer, an INELDA-trained end-of-Life doula, a trained inter-spiritual companion, a retired family practice and public health physician, and a grandfather, father, son, husband, and faithful pet caretaker. He works with people from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Karlene brings a wealth of experience from her work as a Peace Corps Volunteer and hospice volunteer with two organizations. Her commitment to serving others led her to become a trained End-of-Life Doula, where she focuses on providing compassionate care and support during the final stages of life.
David's career spans psychiatric rehabilitation to conflict resolution, culminating in his passionate work as a hospice volunteer and end-of-life doula. His education in psychology and conflict analysis equips him to offer compassionate support and mediation to families facing end-of-life challenges.
Donna Marie’s background in health coaching, yoga, and hospice informs her holistic approach to end-of-life care. Certified as a death doula and health coach, she advocates for embracing life fully by preparing for its end, aiming to normalize conversations around death and legacy.
Jennifer's diverse background in community building and personal experience with end-of-life care fuels her commitment to supporting individuals and families as an end-of-life doula. A hospice volunteer and trained doula, she applies her extensive experience toward advocating for healthy communities and compassionate care.
Barrie brings a rich background in sociology and sign language interpreting to her role as an end-of-life doula. Her journey from education to hospice work reflects a deep commitment to supporting individuals through cultural and spiritual aspects of death and grieving.
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