Plain-language guidance on handling sensitive client information, meeting privacy expectations, and moving a death doula practice off paper.
Most death doulas are not HIPAA covered entities — but many hold the same sensitive health information, and some become business associates the moment they contract with a hospice. This guide walks through when the rules apply, what the Security Rule requires technically, and a practical checklist for a solo practice.
12 min read · Updated August 3, 2026
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Liminal Desk is client management software for end-of-life doulas — intake, session notes, care calendars, agreements, and invoicing, with encryption, per-practitioner data isolation, and audit logging built in.