Dementia & Alzheimer’s Coaching
Support for families and caregivers facing memory loss and cognitive decline. We provide practical strategies, emotional guidance, and coordination tools tailored to your loved one’s stage of dementia.
Reduce stress. Improve quality of life. Know what’s next.
Elder Care Navigation & Advocacy
From long-term care planning to coordinating medical needs, we help older adults and their families understand their options and make confident decisions.
Whether aging in place or exploring care options, we’re in your corner.
Hospice & End-of-Life Consulting
Get clear, compassionate support when facing a terminal illness. We help you make informed choices, honor your values, and find peace during the final chapter of life.
Create space for meaning, closure, and the goodbye you want.
Meet Shannon
Nurse, Doula, Coach, Advocate
Founder of On Your Terms
Shannon doesn’t just offer checklists or protocols—she brings presence.
Whether she’s helping a solo ager make a plan, supporting a family in crisis, or holding space for a sacred goodbye,
Shannon’s calm, grounded approach provides real peace of mind.
Her services are non-judgmental, deeply human, and highly informed—
bridging the gap between healthcare systems and the people navigating them.
Hello! thank you for inquiring about On Your Terms-
For more than 15 years, I’ve had the gift of walking with individuals and families through some of life’s hardest seasons—whether it’s facing a new diagnosis, navigating the complexities of elder care, or preparing for the end of life. I know it takes courage everyday to face illness, caregiving, loss and death.
On Your Terms exists because I believe everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported—especially when life feels overwhelming. I’ve been at the bedside, helped families make impossible choices, and watched firsthand how powerful it is when people feel informed and cared for. This is rooted in connection and care.
This work isn’t just what I do—it’s who I am. I’m here to listen without judgment, offer clear options, and be a steady presence when you need it most. This is my true passion and life’s work, and I feel it is my divine purpose to be in this important space. I am honored to be of service. Whether you're planning ahead or facing a crisis, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I'm here to help you take the next step—with dignity, peace, and clarity.
With Warmth,
Advanced Qualifications:
B.S. in Psychology and Gerontology
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN)
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN)
Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)
Certified Multiple Sclerosis Nurse (MSCN)
Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA)
Certified Integrative Nurse Coach (IN-NC)
Certified Integrative End-of-Life Coach (IN-EOLC)
Prior Authorization Certified Specialist (PACS)
End-of-Life Practitioner – Before I Go Solutions (BIGS)
Transactional Dementia Intelligence (CTDI) Certified
She has personally served more than 25,000 patients and families as a nurse, educator, and advocate.
A Heart for Middle Tennessee (and Beyond)
Based in Ashland City, Shannon serves clients across Middle Tennessee and virtually nationwide. Whether you're looking for dementia care coaching, elder care navigation, or end-of-life planning, you’ll find compassionate, expert support tailored to your story.