Carolina Aging Alliance is proud to feature guest contributors who bring insight, compassion, and expertise to the lives of LGBTQIA2+ older adults across the Carolinas. Today, we’re honored to share the work of Butch Segal, is the founder of Butch Law, which provides flat-fee, easy-to-understand estate planning in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. Making Sure the Right People are in Charge Imagine being in the hospital, unable to speak for yourself. A trusted part

Learn how Carolina Aging Alliance reduces social isolation for LGBTQIA2+ older adults through education, advocacy, and community engagement in Central North Carolina.

Many people have heard of birth doulas, but few know the compassionate role of death doulas—guides who support individuals and families during life’s final transition. For LGBTQIA2+ older adults, this care offers dignity, advocacy, and affirmation when it matters most. Here’s what death doulas do and why their presence is so important in the Carolinas.