About us
We are a collective of death doulas, end-of-life guides, funeral professionals, and grief guides offering compassionate support through one of life’s most sacred transitions.
With deep roots in tradition and an openness to what’s emerging, our network provides seamless care -from bedside to burial, from planning to parting. We believe in doing death differently - with intention,with care, and in ways that truly reflect a life well lived.
From lively gatherings like Death Cafe and Death over Drafts, to deep meaningful workshops that help to ease the conversation about death, dying and grief to workshops that help us integrate grief with yoga, creative writing and so much more - we are passionate about lifting the taboo about death, dying and grief!
Questions? email hello@dodeathdifferent.com
Hope to see you soon!
Penny
@thedeathnetwork
www.thedeathnetwork.com
Upcoming events
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Waves of Grief Second Sundays
Fletcher Cove, 111 S Seirra Ave, Solana beach, CA, USRegistration is required.
Waves of Grief Second Sundays are donation-based to keep them accessible while supporting the continuation of this work.Join us in circle on the Second Sunday of each month for Waves of Grief in San Diego, held at Fletcher Beach from 9:30am–11:30am.
These ocean-based gatherings offer a gentle, community-centered space to navigate grief and loss together-building connection, reducing isolation, and finding support in and around the waves.
We begin together in a circle on the sand, with simple grounding, reflection, and optional sharing. You are invited to participate in whatever way feels right-whether that means speaking, listening, or simply being present.
All grief and grievers are welcome, including those moving through loss, life transitions, or collective experiences. No prior ocean experience is needed-come as you are!
After circle, we gently open into the shoreline, inviting you to connect with the ocean in your own way—whether through walking, wading, swimming, boogie boarding, or surfing. Please bring any gear that helps you feel comfortable and supported.
These gatherings are part of a year-round Ocean + Surf Therapy program, held by the Waves of Grief Collective—a community of clinicians, facilitators, and individuals with lived experience—coming together to honor grief, foster connection, and cultivate meaningful, nature-based healing practices.
🚗 Park in the lot or free street parking. We will be set up to the left - a short walk down the beach - look for the colorful blankets and fresh flowers.
Check out Waves of Grief May 2026
8 attendees- $5.00
Thinking About Becoming a Death Doula? Q&A with The Death Network
·OnlineOnlineMonthly Zoom | Hosted by The Death Network
Thinking about becoming a death doula? Just getting started? Or a few years into building your practice and realizing there's still a LOT to figure out?
You're not alone.
Death doula work isn't exactly a 9-to-5 job. It's more of a lifestyle. Building a practice means building relationships, finding your people, navigating the business side of things, and figuring out how to make it all work in a field that doesn't come with a traditional roadmap.
Join The Death Network founder and death doula Penny Waugh for an open, honest, and refreshingly real conversation about the ins and outs of death doula work.
Each month, Penny is joined by a rotating mix of Death Networkers who bring their own experiences, perspectives, and lessons learned to the conversation. No polished presentations or scripted answers here. Just authentic dialogue, shared experiences, and plenty of time to ask questions.
Some of the things we talk about:- Finding your people and building community connections.
- Getting your name out there (without feeling like you're selling yourself).
- Websites, social media, and figuring out where to focus your energy.
- Networking, collaboration, and building relationships with other death-care professionals.
- Setting your prices, talking about money, and making a living doing this work.
- Navigating the unexpected twists, turns, and realities of running a death doula practice.
No lectures. No silly questions. No expectation that you have it all figured out.
Whether you're exploring the possibility of becoming a death doula or looking to grow and evolve an existing practice, pull up a chair and join the conversation.
Because this work is better when we're connected, sharing what we know, and learning from each other.📅 When: 2nd Monday of every month
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 pm PST
📍 Where: Zoom (link provided upon RSVP)
💜 Who: Anyone interested in death doula work or building their practiceQuestions? email penny@thedeathnetwork.com
@thedeathnetwork
www.TheDeathNetwork.com11 attendees - $10.00
Living with Grief - Guided Discussion and Support
Yellow Trellis Counseling, 2991 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA, San Diego, CA, USWe invite you to join us for a monthly gathering dedicated to exploring grief in all its complexity - gently, honestly, and in community.
This 90-minute session with Grief Coach Claudia Faerber offers a space for grief education, guided sharing, and meaningful connection. Together, we’ll explore a wide range of topics - from understanding the emotional and physical impact of grief, to navigating anxiety, redefining acceptance, building rituals, and even making space for hope, gratitude, and moments of joy along the way.
Grief is not linear, and neither are these conversations. Each gathering stands on its own while contributing to a larger, evolving understanding of what it means to live well while carrying loss, and how we can better care for ourselves and each other in the process.
Hosted by Grief Coach Claudia Faerber. All are welcome, wherever you are in your grief.
- RSVP is requested so we can prepare the space with intention.
- Not a Meet Up member? $10 Venmo @thedeathnetwork
- If you are unable to afford a ticket, please email hello@dodeathdifferent.com
- Please bring a journal for note taking and writing prompts
We hope to see you there!
2 attendees
Past events
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