Welcome
You may be reading this because someone you love is facing the end of life. You may wonder how best to offer comfort and support, what to say, or how to help ensure a peaceful, meaningful passing.
While death can bring fear and sadness, it is also deeply personal and can be approached with compassion and affirmation. Solace in Knowing provides guidance and care for both the dying and their loved ones throughout this process.
Lisa Petgrave-Nelson, DSW is a certified oncology social worker and end-of-life doula with extensive experience in palliative care, hospice, and end-of-life support. With over twenty years supporting terminally ill cancer patients from diagnosis to end of life, Lisa addresses both the emotional and practical challenges that arise, holding space for patients, families, and caregivers before, during, and after death.
As your end-of-life doula, Lisa advocates for your needs and wishes—whether you want to die at home surrounded by loved ones or have meaningful conversations about your care. She provides holistic, practical support, assisting with pre-planning, emotional guidance, and coordination with your care team.
Solace in Knowing offers compassionate end-of-life services, including companionship, education, care coordination, respite, and emotional support—always honoring your journey and the needs of your family.
Dr. Lisa Petgrave-Nelson, DSW LMSW, OSW-C
How can I help you in the end-of-life process?
As your end of life doula, I will meet the dying and their families where they are while guiding them through the end of life.
Partner with the dying and their loved ones, aligning with their wishes to achieve a respectful death.
Provide support, encouragement and advocacy in your time of need.
Testimonials
I wanted to hire an end-of-life doula to help me work through all the details of preparing for my wife to die. Lisa met with me and my wife in person and ended up participating in the entire process, including supporting me after my wife’s passing. She participated in and actually ran a very difficult family meeting including medical professionals to discuss my wife’s condition, prognosis, and care plan. She provided both logistical and emotional support throughout the process. She worked equally well in person and remotely. I will forever be grateful for Lisa and the role she played in one of the most important times in the life me, my wife, and our family.
– D.H. Roslyn, N.Y.