The Heart Behind Forget-Me-Not

Hello, my name is Lauren Lovoy-Granados, M.A., and I am the founder of Forget-Me-Not End-of-Life Care.

My journey to end-of-life care began long before I became a Certified Death Doula. When I was five years old, my father passed away, an experience that profoundly shaped my understanding of grief, loss, and the importance of compassionate support. Throughout my life, I have also had the privilege of being present for loved ones during their final days, including both of my grandparents and my husband's grandmother. Those experiences taught me that while death can be heartbreaking, it can also be deeply meaningful when individuals and families are surrounded by love, dignity, and support.

My desire to serve others began at an early age. As a teenager, I spent my free time volunteering at San Gabriel Mission Hospital and the Kensington Nursing Facility, where I built relationships with seniors, listened to their stories, and offered companionship. Even before I was eighteen years old, I found myself drawn to supporting older adults and vulnerable populations. Looking back, those experiences helped shape the path I would eventually follow and reinforced the importance of connection, presence, and compassionate care.

Professionally, I hold a Master of Arts in Child Development from California State University, Los Angeles, and completed doctoral coursework in Infant and Early Childhood Development with an emphasis in Mental Health at Fielding Graduate University. For more than fifteen years, I have dedicated my career to supporting children, families, and vulnerable populations through education, advocacy, relationship-based care, and emotional support.

In addition to my professional experience, I am a Certified End-of-Life Doula, hospice volunteer, CPR and First Aid certified, and a mandated reporter for both child and elder abuse. I have also completed specialized training in Elderly and Geriatric Care and Mental Health First Aid. These experiences have strengthened my ability to provide thoughtful, person-centered support that honors each individual's unique needs, values, and life story.

My commitment to service extends beyond my professional work. I am also an animal shelter foster parent and have always felt called to care for vulnerable populations. Whether supporting children, families, seniors, or animals in need, I believe every living being deserves kindness, dignity, and compassionate care.

I created Forget-Me-Not End-of-Life Care because I believe no one should have to face death, dying, or grief alone. As a mission-based service, my goal is to provide compassionate companionship, emotional support, legacy work, and guidance for individuals and families navigating life's final transition.

It is truly an honor to walk alongside individuals and families during this sacred chapter, helping preserve memories, honor legacies, and ensure that every story is remembered and every life is honored.