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Mission Statement
At Dandelion Death Services, we are dedicated to compassionately guiding individuals and their loved ones through the end-of-life journey. We are committed to providing emotional, practical, and spiritual support tailored to each unique situation and person. From easing the complexities of paperwork and end-of-life planning to spiritual care during life’s final chapter, our goal is to help create a peaceful, healthful, and beautiful transition for all. Together, we honor life by embracing its end with grace, dignity, and love.
services offered
Reiki: A practice providing relaxation and well-being to individuals who are dying. Reiki is known to ease both physical and spiritual discomfort. Sessions are also available for loved ones.
End-of-Life Planning: Support through all the decisions that must be made when approaching death. I help clients establish preferences and maintain comfort for their final days, assist with coordinating funeral rites, and outline wishes for post-death body care (burial, cremation, donation, etc.).
On-Call Support: My clients are welcome to contact me for support at any time throughout the dying process. This could be a need for my presence during the final hours of a clients life or for support during a sudden emergency.
Fulfilling Final Wishes: One of our main goals is to make sure individuals pass on feeling complete and at peace. This could be anything from a final meal they wish to have once more to recording their life story on paper or film.
Spiritual & Religious Counseling: Personalized guidance sessions to provide emotional and spiritual support during the profound journey of dying and grieving. With a focus on helping individuals come to terms with their mortality, fostering acceptance, and preparing for the experience of death through spiritual practice. We work with people from all religions traditions.
Paperwork: Guiding individuals through the filling out of forms such as DNRs/POLST/MOLST as well as Advanced Healthcare Directives.
Bereavement & Grief Support: If desired, I remain connected with friends and family after their loved one has passed. I provide grief support in the form of individual or group counseling sessions and rituals to aid those experiencing grief.
End-of-Life Rituals: Many people wish to perform end-of-life rituals before death has occurred. This can be a powerful practice that takes many forms and is always customized to the client and their loved ones.
Funeral Rites: I am an ordained Priestess available to officiate funerals. After learning the religious beliefs and wishes of the dying individual and their loved ones I plan and lead a custom funeral service to create a safe space for the dead to depart and loved ones to grieve.
Support & Self Care for Healthcare Workers: The nurses and employees who work every day at hospices, assisted living facilities, and hospitals need and deserve support. These individuals are on the front lines of full time care and often forget to care for themselves. I aim to provide support to these healthcare workers through events and gatherings that encourage self care and wellbeing.
Group Informational Sessions: I will meet with a small group of people (3-6) to answer questions and provide guidance. This service is a great option for those looking to split cost.
If you are interested in any of these services, use the button above to request more information and book today.
In-person support is available in Binghamton & Ithaca, NY and the surrounding area as well as parts of northern PA. Long distance, virtual services are available nationwide.
Meet the Doula
Madison VanDerLinde brings a compassionate and well-rounded approach to her work as a death doula, grounded in professional training, meaningful hands-on experience, and strong advocacy skills:
Certified Death Doula: Certified by Death Doula Los Angeles in 2023.
Gerontologist: Ongoing Degree in Religious and Aging Studies from Ithaca College
Certified Reiki Master: Certified through the American Reiki Academy in 2022.
Practical Experience: With over 100 hours of hands-on experience in hospice centers and cemeteries, she has worked directly with individuals at the end of life, as well as their families, fostering connections and providing the support needed during this profound time.
Ordained Minister: Through the Universal Life Church and the Leanaí Na Déithe Temple.
Personal Experience: Madison became motivated to work in the death care field following her own experience with her father's illness and passing.
Pricing
At Dandelion Death Services we believe that everyone deserves compassionate support throughout the dying process, regardless of financial circumstances. My pricing reflects the value of the services I provide, but I am also committed to working with individuals and families to ensure that money is not a barrier to care.
For pricing please reach out. Sliding scale pricing is available as well as payment plans.