Guiding You Through Life’s Most Sacred Moments
A steady presence offering comfort, clarity, and connection.
About
Honoring Every Sacred Transition
At Gentle Light, I provide nonmedical support to individuals and families as they navigate moments that can feel tender, overwhelming, and deeply sacred. My work is grounded in presence, compassion, and a heartfelt respect for every person’s unique story. I believe that even in the hardest times, there is still light to be found in the darkness, and I feel honored to help others discover it at their own pace and in their own way.
Gentle Light was created from the desire to bring openness, compassion, and steady support to a part of life that so many feel unprepared for. I believe that talking about death does not diminish life; instead, it can celebrate and honor it-bringing clarity, connection, and sometimes even healing. My hope is that each person I support feels seen, heard, and comforted, and that they can find their own sense of peace in exactly the way they need it.
Services
Gentle Care for the Heart, Mind, and Spirit
Support designed to meet you where you are, with compassion guiding every step.
Advanced Illness Planning
Here to help families navigate the shift from curative care to comfort care with clarity and compassion.
- Facilitating open and supportive conversations about end-of-life wishes and care decisions
- Guiding individuals in thinking about and documenting their wishes
- Offering emotional grounding to help families make choices that feel aligned and empowered
Care Team/Family Liaison
A warm, steady presence that complements medical care with compassion and connection.
- Providing emotional and spiritual support, companionship, and comfort throughout the journey
- Advocating gently and respectfully for patient wishes while supporting communication between loved ones and care teams
- Offering guidance to help families understand the natural process of dying and find peace within it
Respite Care
Caring for caregivers/patients so they can take time to breathe, rest, and regroup.
- Staying bedside with your loved one while you take meaningful time to care for yourself
- Supporting caregivers and patients as they process their emotions and experiences
- Creating a peaceful, grounded environment that nurtures both patient and caregiver
Consulting and Education
Empowering individuals and organizations through end-of-life literacy and compassionate, heart-centered advocacy.
- Customized education programs for groups and organizations
- End-of-life education to empower individuals to make decisions with peace and confidence
- Compassionate consulting during complex choices
Definition of EOLD
According to the National End-of-Life Doula Alliance’s 2024 definition, an end-of-life doula can be described as…
End-of-life doulas (EOLDs) provide non-medical, holistic support, comfort, and guidance to individuals and families during the final life transition, from diagnosis through active dying by offering education and guidance; emotional, social, and spiritual care; logistical and practical assistance, and more–before, during and after death. End-of-life doulas complement and supplement the work of family and other caregivers (including hospice providers).
What Sets Gentle Light Apart
Heart-Led Support in Every Moment
Nonmedical care that honors who you are, what matters to you, and the story you’re still writing.
✓ Holistic Non-Medical Support
A compassionate approach that embraces emotional, spiritual, and relational needs with equal care.
✓ Advocacy with Integrity
Clear and respectful communication that centers your wishes and supports everyone involved.
✓ Comfort Through Understanding
Gentle, informed guidance that helps families navigate the unknown with greater confidence and peace.
✓ Space for Peace and Meaning
A calm, grounding presence that honors both the vulnerability and the beauty of life’s final chapters.
My Story
A Journey Inspired by Love and Human Connection
The heart of Gentle Light comes from years spent accompanying individuals and families through advanced illness and the end of life. With backgrounds in biology, nursing, and teaching as well as hands on experience in caring for chronic and terminally ill individuals and their families, I’ve seen how transformative it can be when someone feels truly supported during times that are often misunderstood or avoided. My experiences have taught me that while death can be physically difficult, it can also hold a quiet peace and deep meaning that deserve to be honored. It is my belief that light can shine in the darkness (Isaiah 9:2), and that we are living until our final breath.
Compassionate End-of-Life Support for Individuals and Families
Gentle Light provides compassionate, nonmedical end-of-life support for individuals, caregivers, and families in Fowlerville and surrounding communities. Through planning guidance, emotional and spiritual support, caregiver relief, and end-of-life education, Amy offers a steady presence during life’s most tender moments.
About Gentle Light
Honoring Every Sacred Transition
At Gentle Light, I provide non-medical support to individuals and families as they navigate moments that can feel tender, overwhelming, and deeply sacred. My work is grounded in presence, compassion, and heartfelt respect for every person’s unique story.
Gentle Light was created from the desire to bring openness, clarity, and steady support to a part of life that many people feel unprepared for. Talking about death does not diminish life; it can help us honor it, prepare thoughtfully, and feel less alone.
Meet Amy Wadkins
I’m a registered nurse with years of experience in hospice care and a certified end-of-life doula. My heart’s work is walking alongside individuals and families during one of life’s most meaningful, and often overwhelming, seasons.
At Gentle Light, I combine clinical knowledge, education, and compassionate support to help you feel more informed, prepared, and supported, so you can focus on what matters most.
Community Educator & Trainer
How Gentle Light Can Help
Advanced Illness Planning
End-of-Life Doula Support
Family & Caregiver Guidance
Care Team & Family Liaison
Respite Care
Consulting, Education & Training
Definition of an End-of-Life Doula
End-of-life doulas provide non-medical, holistic support through life’s final transition.
What Sets Gentle Light Apart
Heart-Led Support in Every Moment
✓ Holistic Non-Medical Support
✓ Advocacy with Integrity
✓ Comfort Through Understanding
✓ Space for Peace and Meaning
My Story
A Journey Inspired by Love and Human Connection
The heart of Gentle Light comes from years spent accompanying individuals and families through advanced illness and the end of life. With backgrounds in biology, nursing, and teaching, along with hands-on experience caring for people with chronic and terminal illness, I have seen how transformative it can be when someone feels truly supported during times that are often misunderstood or avoided.
These experiences taught me that while death can be physically difficult, it can also hold a quiet peace and deep meaning that deserve to be honored. It is my belief that light can shine in the darkness, and that we are living until our final breath.
Common Questions
An end-of-life doula provides non-medical education, emotional support, advocacy, and practical guidance before, during, and after an end-of-life transition.
Hospice provides medical and clinical care. Gentle Light complements that care with education, emotional support, preparation, advocacy, and compassionate presence.
You may reach out at diagnosis, during advanced illness, while considering hospice, after hospice begins, or whenever your family needs guidance and support.
Yes. Gentle Light can work alongside hospice by helping families understand options, prepare questions, communicate clearly, and feel more supported.
End-of-life doula services are generally private-pay services. A consultation can help clarify your needs, available options, and service recommendations.
We discuss your situation, immediate concerns, questions, and the type of support that may be most helpful. The consultation is also an opportunity to decide whether Gentle Light feels like the right fit.
Gentle Light does: provide non-medical education and guidance, help you understand care options, prepare questions for healthcare providers, offer emotional support, and support communication and decision-making.
Gentle Light does not: provide medical care, replace hospice or healthcare providers, administer medication, provide nursing or in-home personal care, or give legal, financial, or medical advice.
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Let’s Start With a Gentle Conversation
Serving Fowlerville and surrounding communities
Email: info@gentlelightllc.com
Phone: 517-252-8861
Hours: By appointment
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