Know what to do next
when someone dies.

No. We are not a funeral home and we have no financial interest in the funeral home you choose. Renidy is an independent platform — we help your family make informed decisions about all your options. That independence is what makes us useful. We work with any funeral home, cremation provider, or burial option your family chooses.

Yes. Your first 30-minute call with a certified doula is completely free. No credit card, no commitment. We also give you a free step-by-step plan for what to do. You only pay if you decide you want more support — a Clarity Session ($79) or full Concierge ($299 flat). Most families start for free and decide from there.

You tell us your situation — someone just died, someone is actively dying, or you want to plan ahead. We give you a free step-by-step plan based on where you are. Then you can talk to a certified doula at no cost. We do not push you into anything. We follow your lead.

Yes. If someone just died or is actively dying, our doulas respond within 24 hours — often within the hour. You do not have to navigate the first hours or days alone. Start by clicking "Build My Free Plan" and telling us your situation. We will move as fast as you need us to.

Not at all. That is exactly what we help with. Most families come to us with no idea what comes next — and that is completely normal. You tell us where you are and we guide you through it. You do not need to have made any decisions, have a plan, or know anything about end-of-life care before talking to us.

Yes, completely. What you share with your doula is private. We do not sell your data, share it with funeral homes, or use it for advertising. Your situation is personal and we treat it that way. All conversations are confidential.

Yes. Death involves a lot of paperwork — death certificates, vital records, advance directives, financial accounts, insurance, estate decisions. Your doula will walk you through what needs to happen, in what order, and what you can handle versus what needs a professional. We also help families organize and store important documents so nothing falls through the cracks.

Yes. We are not affiliated with any funeral home, cremation provider, or cemetery. We help you understand your local options, compare costs, and ask the right questions — so you can choose whoever is right for your family. We are on your side, not theirs.

A death doula (also called an end-of-life doula or death midwife) is a trained professional who provides non-medical support to the dying person and their family. They offer emotional guidance, practical help with end-of-life planning, vigil sitting, grief support, and legacy work — filling the gap that hospitals and the medical system simply don't cover. Think of them as a birth doula, but for the end of life.

The easiest way is through deathdoulas.org — the largest certified death doula directory in the US, powered by Renidy. All doulas in our network are verified through accredited organizations including INELDA, NEDA, IDLM, and DONA International. Search by state, specialty, and availability, and book a free 30-minute intro call within hours — no commitment, no credit card.

On Renidy, your first call is completely free — a 30-minute intro with a certified doula, no commitment required. A 60-minute Clarity Session with a full end-of-life plan is $79. The complete Concierge package — ongoing vigil care, legacy planning, and full family support — is $299 (regularly $2,495). Independent death doulas typically charge $50–$200/hour or $500–$3,000 for a full package.

Death doulas provide: grief support and emotional presence for the whole family; vigil care — sitting with the dying person so no one dies alone; legacy work including life review, legacy letters, and memory projects; practical guidance — what to do immediately after a death, how to navigate paperwork, burial options; advance directives and pre-planning before a crisis; and memorial ceremony support. They do not provide medical care.

No. A hospice worker is a licensed medical professional focused on pain management and clinical care. A death doula is a non-medical companion and guide — they handle the emotional, spiritual, practical, and ceremonial dimensions of dying that hospice doesn't cover. Many families benefit from both. A doula can work alongside hospice to give the family the complete support they deserve.

Through Renidy, families are typically matched within 3 days. For urgent situations — someone just passed away or is actively dying — our doulas respond within 24 hours and can be on a phone or video call within the hour. You don't have to be alone in those first moments.

Reputable death doula certifications include: INELDA (International End-of-Life Doula Association), NEDA (National End-of-Life Doula Alliance), IDLM (International Doula Life Movement), and DONA International. All doulas in the Renidy network are verified against one of these organizations before being listed. Always ask a doula about their training and which organization certified them.

Absolutely — and planning ahead is one of the most loving things you can do for your family. A death doula can guide you through advance directives, living wills, healthcare proxies, end-of-life preference documents, and legacy projects while you're healthy and clear-headed. Most people wait until a crisis forces the conversation. Planning ahead takes enormous burden off the people you love most.