We take the opportunity to honor your loved one while they're still here. It’s a chance for family and friends to share stories, express gratitude, and celebrate their impact together with them. We plan everything from intimate home gatherings to bucket-list trips, ensuring your loved one can hear and feel how much they mean to you.

Truly, it’s for anyone who wants to be more intentional with the time they have left with loved ones. We designed it initially for anyone facing a terminal diagnosis, declining health, or limited time who wants to be surrounded by loved ones. It's for families who don't want to wait until a funeral to share what matters most.

Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call. We’ll talk through your situation and come up with a customized proposal to design an experience that fits your family.

We understand that concern. Death isn’t a subject most people are comfortable with, but it is a reality we all face. These celebrations can be deeply healing, and the goal is for people to cherish the time they have together. Yes, there may be tears, but there's also laughter, relief, and connection.

Facing reality together, rather than avoiding it, gives everyone permission to be present and honest.

We believe that grief and joy can coexist, and this is a great way to embrace the messiness of the human experience. Most families tell us: "I'm so glad we didn't wait."

That’s ok. This isn’t for everyone. We gently encourage people to give it a chance, as most participants find it deeply healing. However, some people still prefer privacy or find the idea too overwhelming. We can talk through what feels best for your family. This isn’t about pressure, it’s about support.

This depends on the scope of your event and your loved one's timeline. We do our best to accommodate rush requests, and we can often plan simple gatherings within one week. Options may be limited the less time we have to plan, but that doesn’t make it any less meaningful for your family.

The sooner you reach out, the more flexibility we have, but we're equipped to move quickly when time is limited.

Every celebration is unique. We have blueprints for:

• Intimate home gatherings

• Larger events at meaningful locations

• Gatherings in care facilities

• Hybrid celebrations (in-person + virtual attendees)

• Bucket-list trips

• Multi-day experiences

• Simple, quiet moments with close family

We listen to your preferences and your loved one's wishes to craft something just right.

We can set up hybrid or virtual celebrations so distant family and friends can participate via video. We've found this especially meaningful for people who are too far away or unable to travel.

It is somewhat location and technology dependent, but it’s very doable in most situations.

We craft a custom package based on your preferences and budget. We can coordinate all logistics - venue, invitations, food, travel arrangements, photography, videography, and day-of coordination. If you need a more cost-effective plan, we work with you to figure out the best division of tasks. The goal is always to help you focus on being present while we handle the details.

We build flexibility into every plan. If health changes or energy levels shift, we adapt. Our priority is honoring your loved one in whatever way feels right in the moment.

Hosting the event can be a powerful, healing experience for family even if the loved one moves on before the event.

We work with you on the best path forward.

Every celebration is custom-designed, so pricing varies based on your vision, number of guests, location, services needed, and timeline. We offer a complimentary consultation to understand what matters most to you and create a proposal that works within your means.

Most celebrations range from a few thousand dollars to significantly more for elaborate or destination events.

We are working on making financial resources available to support families who need them.

Yes. We believe every family deserves the opportunity to celebrate before goodbye. Whether you envision something simple and intimate or a larger production, we'll work with you to create something meaningful within your budget.

Depending on what you need, we offer:

• Event planning and coordination

• Master of ceremonies/facilitation

• Photography and videography

• Digital and physical keepsakes

• Travel planning and arrangements

• Vendor coordination

• Day-of logistics

If you have something else in mind, let us know! We'll discuss what's most important to you and build a custom plan.

We work across the US, depending on the team’s availability, and are open to international inquiries as well.

Wherever you are, reach out and let’s discuss what’s possible.

Only if you want us to. We work with families of all faiths, belief systems, and cultural backgrounds - including those who aren't religious at all.

Some families want prayers, blessings, or religious rituals as part of their celebration. Others prefer a secular gathering focused on memories and gratitude. Many blend traditions from multiple cultures or belief systems.

Whatever feels right for your loved one and your family, we'll honor it. We're here to support your journey, not impose anything on you.

If you're asking yourself "should we do this?" - let's talk.

A free consultation helps clarify whether this feels right for your family. There's no commitment.

We listen. You'll share about your loved one, your timeline, your hopes, and any concerns. We'll ask questions to understand your vision and answer any you have. From there, we create a proposal. If it feels right, we get moving! If it doesn't, that's okay too.

Reach out anyway. Sometimes talking through the idea brings clarity. The sooner you plan, the more options you’ll have and likely the more energy your loved one will have!

You're not obligated to move forward after the initial consult. We're here to support you in making the right decision for your family.

We can begin immediately. Depending on urgency and availability, we do our absolute best to accommodate your circumstances.

We’ve worked closely with families navigating terminal illness, hospice, and grief. We approach this work with deep respect, empathy, and an understanding that every situation is different.

Our role is to support you in your family’s journey and help create the conditions for more quality time when time is running short.

We're here to help. Reach out to care@saybeforeyougo.com or schedule a complimentary consultation. No question is too small, and there's never any pressure.