Meet Your Doula

Meet Judy Fuller: A Compassionate Guide for Life’s Final Journey

My name is Judy Fuller, and I am honored to serve as an End-of-Life Doula—a role rooted in compassion, presence, and deep respect for life’s final chapter.

My path to this calling also has been informed by decades of meaningful professional work and service. After obtaining a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling from Georgia State University in 1988, I began my career as a child protective services caseworker. That job allowed me to support families through some of their most vulnerable moments. Over the next fifteen years, I rose to become the Director of Constituent Services for the State of Georgia’s Department of Human Services, navigating complex systems and advocating for individuals with care and diligence.

In 2000, I transitioned into studying and practicing law, with a focus on corporate matters, but my heart was always in my pro bono work. I led initiatives to help underserved communities complete essential end-of-life documents—work that deepened my compassion and understanding of the emotional and practical needs people face as they prepare for the end of life.

After retiring from law practice in 2024, I returned to my roots in social work, this time with a renewed purpose: to walk alongside individuals and families during one of life’s most sacred transitions. As a doula, I bring not only professional expertise but also a calm, empathetic presence and a deep commitment to honoring each person’s unique journey.

On a more personal note, my journey also has been profoundly shaped by my own experiences with loss and caregiving. When I was just two years old, I lost my father in a tragic plane crash. This early encounter with death left an indelible mark on my life and shaped my perspectives from a very early age. As an adult, I took on the role of caretaker for my stepfather during his battle with pancreatic cancer, providing support and comfort throughout his journey. Additionally, I cared for my older cousin as she struggled with COPD, helping her complete the necessary work of dying with the grace she insisted upon. Beyond these personal caregiving roles, I have also served as the executor for the estates for several relatives and friends, navigating the complexities of their final affairs. These experiences have made me intimately familiar with the realities of death and its impact, shaping my resilience and empathy.

Outside of my work, I’ve been happily married for over 30 years. I find joy in singing in the Threshold Choir (look it up), photography, crafting, playing the flute, studying French, bird watching, reading, crocheting, and traveling—pursuits that keep me grounded and connected to the beauty of life.

If you are seeking someone who will listen deeply, advocate gently, and support you or your loved one with grace and dignity, I would be honored to be that person.