Anitya Doula Services
Reduce family stress
About Anitya Doula Services
Catherine Durkin Robinson is an end-of-life doula and educator with Anitya Doula Services. She graduated from the University of Vermont's End-of-Life Doula program and belongs to the National End-of-Life Doula Alliance. She was also a longtime hospice-trained volunteer and registered pre-need counselor in Florida before relocating to Chicago in July 2022. Her varied career includes 30 years as a political organizer, 10 years as a high school and college educator, and 10 years as a newspaper columnist in Tampa. She is also an educator and board member at End-of-Life Psychedelic Care.
Reduce family stress
Frequently asked questions
Answered by Anitya Doula Services
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How much experience do you have in your field?
I have 15+ years of experience.
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What is your fee structure and pricing?
I operate on a sliding scale and consider the client's requested services, the time we're talking about, and their ability to pay. I don't turn anyone away.
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What can families expect when working with you?
Families working with me can expect a supportive advocate who helps them feel empowered when making end-of-life decisions. As a doula, I'm not there to fix anything or even to guide. I am there to support clients in whatever way they need.
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What services do you specialize in?
I specialize in sitting vigil, writing life stories, ethical wills, legacy letters, and obituaries. I train care teams and loved ones who want to support someone at the end of life. I'm also a companion, advocate, and care partner for my clients during any transition.