"Completing this plan was as important, if not more so, than updating my will.

A will is essential to provide written instructions for distributing physical assets -- after death. But now I also have a document clarifying other key requests, such as preferences before dying as well as for my funeral, burial, memorial service, how I'd like to be remembered, whom to contact, and favorite memories to share, etc.

The planning exercise by Emily was sobering, yet extremely clarifying and helpful. She was well organized, knowledgeable, considerate, professional and readily accessible throughout the process. I can't recommend Emily, and her planning process, highly enough."

-Tom, Rochester NY

"It was very easy to talk about death with Emily.

Everything felt relaxed and natural, she’s a very good listener and manages to extract the main lines from a scattered conversation.

As she has had personal experience of confronting death she’s able to give excellent advise which will be adapted to each individual case.

I felt very much at ease to discuss this normally difficult subject with Emily and it helped me to point out essential technical and practical aspects concerning organization after death to my daughter.

Thank you so much for this valuable and unique experience spent with you Emily!"

-Maija, Nice France

"Emily’s first value is in having the insight to offer what she does - I’ve never thought about proactively arranging the particulars of my death before, but immediately saw the value.

You might wonder, “who wants to think about death before you have to?” but I say, “who wants to plan all the particulars while dealing with the emotions of dying?”

Working proactively with Emily is much easier, and she and her approach make it even easier than expected to talk about. She can relate to me, and her questions are empathetic yet practical, cutting through the dark veil that keeps our death shrouded in shadows, mystery, and fear. She replaced those with a light, pleasant, yet valuably meaningful experience and I’m grateful to have worked with her."

-Dan, Buffalo NY

"I recently met with Emily regarding my end of life wishes. She and I met 1:1 twice and then we met with my children.

Emily was kind and respectful and a great listener and had very insightful questions guiding me through a very thought-provoking process.

In the end, I feel confident that my children will never say, "I wonder what mom wanted" because Emily has helped our family put together my wishes for a well thought out end of life and final resting plan.

While we might not always think of such a service, I’m relieved to know that I went through this process to make what could be a very difficult time little easier on my family."

-Eileen, Buffalo NY

“This is such a wonderful and much needed service! I don't think many people take the time to do this, but it is really valuable.

Emily led me through a set of thoughtful questions that allowed me to clarify many things for myself and for my loved ones. She did it in a compassionate and open way that will work well for almost everyone. In the end, I feel grateful that my wishes are now documented in a way that makes sense to me and will help my people in the future. There is a sense of peace that comes with this process.

After benefitting from this service, I have talked about my positive experience with many people. The biggest recommendation is that my wife is now pursuing her own Plan Big Sleep sessions.

Thank you Emily and Plan Big Sleep!”

-Vic, Rochester NY

“My Big Sleep planning sessions with Emily were much more helpful than I even expected. Now my family and I have clarity that will help us all when the time comes. Many of us are taught to plan for our careers, finances and wills but not for our death.

This impactful process with Emily gave me much more peace of mind about my death. She asked important questions that I never would have thought of. I highly recommend her Plan Big Sleep process to anyone who would like to get more clarity for themselves and for their loved ones! I will certainly be telling people about Plan Big Sleep!”

-Susan, Nelson B.C.

“I could not recommend Plan Big Sleep more. As an estate attorney, I have seen first hand how important it is to plan for the big sleep so that your loved ones do not need to guess or argue over what your wishes are.

Emily not only helped me articulate the decisions I had already made but also asked very pointed and thoughtful questions that made me think more deeply about my eventual death, funeral, etc., than I had before. She then organized those thoughts, desires, fears and concerns into an easily digestible document for my husband and daughter to follow.

I am so grateful to Emily for all of her help. It gives me peace of mind to know that my daughter will know exactly what my wishes are.”

-Elizabeth, Westfield NJ

“I loved my session with Emily! She asked truly thought provoking questions and made me feel very comfortable during the session.

The write-up she provided was accurate and was in a digestible format, making it easy to share my wishes with my loved ones.

I would highly recommend Plan Big Sleep to anyone.”

-Sally, Brooklyn NY