Because Everyone Deserves Compassionate Care

All the Days of Their Life

Center for the Heart is a nonprofit that provides end-of-life services to individuals and families in New Jersey and across the nation. 

Our mission is to ensure that EVERYONE ⏤ regardless of their circumstances ⏤ has access to compassionate end-of-life care.

Do you or a loved one need end-of-life support?

  • Support End of Life Doula and Grief Support Service Non-profit in New Jersey

    I WANT TO PARTNER

    Interested in partnering with our nonprofit? We collaborate with healthcare providers, community groups, and businesses to extend grief support and end-of-life care.

    Partner
  • Grief support in New Jersey led by experienced death doulas.

    I NEED SERVICES

    Whether you’re seeking personalized end-of-life care or grief support, our death doulas and network of care providers are here to help.

    Services
  • Get involved supporting our Non-profit End of Life Specialist and Grieft Support Organization by becoming a Death Doula

    I WANT TO CONTRIBUTE

    Join us in providing vital support to individuals, families and schools. Get involved by volunteering, working with us, sponsoring our programs, or making a donation to sustain our mission.

    GET INVOLVED

Our Mission

To ensure that every person, regardless of their income or life circumstances, has access to compassionate, grief-informed support to navigate end-of-life experiences with dignity, grace, and peace.

Our Vision

A world where every individual has access to compassionate, grief-informed end-of-life care that supports their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and honors their life journey.

Words from the Heart Blog

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End-of-Life Care 101: Hospice, Palliative Care & Death Doulas Explained
End-of-Life Care 101: Hospice, Palliative Care & Death Doulas Explained

When it comes to end-of-life care, understanding your options is essential. Hospice, palliative care, and death doulas each play a unique role in providing comfort, support, and dignity during life’s final chapter. While hospice focuses on medical care for those with a terminal prognosis, palliative care helps manage symptoms at any stage of illness. Meanwhile, death doulas act as advocates, educators, and emotional guides, ensuring a more personalized and peaceful transition. Learn the key differences and how to choose the right support for yourself or a loved one.

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How Access to End-of-Life Doula Care Transforms Communities
How Access to End-of-Life Doula Care Transforms Communities

Death is an inevitable part of life, yet in many cultures, it remains one of the least talked about and most misunderstood stages. This silence often leads to confusion, fear, and even unnecessary suffering for individuals and families facing end-of-life experiences. However, access to compassionate, grief-informed end-of-life doula care is changing this narrative. It fosters not only peace and understanding for individuals but also has a transformative ripple effect on families, communities, and society as a whole.

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The Room Next Door: What Makes Life Worth Leaving
The Room Next Door: What Makes Life Worth Leaving

“Movies often ask what makes life worth living; The Room Next Door asks what makes life worth leaving.” This poignant film invites us to confront end-of-life autonomy and the meaning of choice. At Center for the Heart, we explore these profound themes through compassionate death doula and grief support services, fostering dignity and connection in life’s final moments.

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