Our Team
At Aluna Bridge, we believe our losses should be honored, and time should be taken to integrate the mental and emotional shifts we experience as humans. If honored as sacred, some of our greatest spiritual lessons can be gained from the mystery of death and its call for us to surrender into the well of compassion, mercy, faith, and love. This work heals not only the dying but also our ancestors, future generations, and the very planet and universe we call home. We believe it’s all connected.
Our team is united by a shared commitment to providing compassionate, dignified care for every individual and their loved ones. Each member of our team brings unique skills, expertise, and a deeply caring spirit to ensure comfort and peace during life’s transitions.
Dasha Allred Bond, Founder & Executive Director
Dasha has been holding space professionally as an End-of-Life Doula (EOLD) and Grief Companion since 2019. She received her professional certification from the University of Vermont’s School of Medicine. She will be completing an additional certification from UOV’s Pediatric EOLD program May 2025. She has been working in healthcare administration for over 25 years (nonprofit and for-profit). She is a bestselling author of 4 books, certified Rebirthing Breathwork Coach, certified Intuitive Dream Work Coach, Reiki (master level) light worker, and has been hosting spiritual retreats, workshops and private sessions for the last ten years.
“Everything I have learned in my life up to this point, has been in preparation for Aluna Bridge and the individuals we will serve.”
Michelle Eades, Vice President
Michelle Eades, MHR, a native of Nashville, holds a bachelor’s degree from Trevecca Nazarene University and a master’s in Human Resources from Lipscomb University. With over a decade of experience coordinating workplace campaigns for United Way, she has been deeply engaged in serving her community. Michelle is called to Aluna Bridge to help bridge a critical gap in services for an underserved population. She considers it a privilege to connect individuals with the resources they need—both physically and spiritually—on their journey toward greater well-being.
Lilli Johnson, Treasurer & Secretary
Lilli is in her second year of pharmacy school at Belmont University, where she also works as a graduate assistant. She hopes to graduate with her PharmD in May 2027 and to start a residency program after, with the ultimate goal of working in pediatric emergency care. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, getting outside and having movie nights with friends. “I have always felt pulled in the direction of helping others – especially those who may not have anyone else. Every day, I see people and families needing help because they are experiencing homelessness. It feels as though they get ignored by most everyone around them. And it breaks my heart. I’ve volunteered with hospice centers, and I have worked in the hospital setting for a while now, so I have seen every stage of life from many different backgrounds. Dying is a part of life, but it is scary for anyone, regardless of who you are. When I learned about Aluna Bridge’s work as a hospice center for women and children who have nowhere else to go, I knew I was meant to help. Everyone deserves compassion, throughout every part of life – including death. That’s what Aluna Bridge is about, and that’s why I’m here.”
Kristin Clark, Music & Art Therapy
Kristin Clark is an award winning fine artist, singer songwriter and certified dream coach. She lives in Nashville with her husband and their 2 teenage sons. In 2012, her father was placed into hospice care at home and she experienced the wonder and depth of this divine work. She became a hospice volunteer in 2020 and is so grateful to be a part of Dasha’s beautiful mission to assist those in need to transition with guidance and care and to feel held in love as they move through this very important part of their journey.
"Dasha's mission had my heart from the first moment she spoke of it. To help these souls who might otherwise have died alone, to feel held and seen and loved is so important and so sacred. I'm just grateful to be a part of it."
Neha Sagarad, Marketing & Social Media Intern
Neha is a UI/UX enthusiast currently pursuing her Master's in Information Design & Strategy at Northwestern University. With a background in social work across diverse populations, she brings an empathetic and user-centered approach to digital design. She specializes in website management, social media content creation, and crafting engaging digital experiences that enhance brand presence and community connection.
“I am choosing to help Aluna Bridge because of the profound impact it has on individuals and families during one of the most challenging and transformative times of their lives. The mission of Aluna Bridge aligns with my own values of compassion, healing, and supporting others through difficult transitions. The work of honoring and holding space for loved ones transitioning from this life resonates deeply with me, and I feel a deep calling to contribute to this essential work.”
“Having been involved in UI/UX and information design, I believe in the power of clear, accessible, and empathetic communication to guide and support individuals. Aluna Bridge's dedication to providing emotional, spiritual, and physical support to those navigating loss is something I want to be a part of. The organization’s holistic approach—honoring death and grief, supporting hospice patients and their families, and offering kindness to those who are often forgotten—is a mission I want to help amplify and make more accessible to the broader community. I believe that as I continue to grow professionally and personally, working with an organization like Aluna Bridge will allow me to merge my skills with my passion for helping others, while honoring the sacredness of life's transitions. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to use my skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.”
Tenaya Amelia, Website Design
Tenaya is honored to be part of bringing the Aluna Bridge vision to life through the creation of it’s online home. After her experiences witnessing the healing space hospice held for several friends and family members, she is grateful to be able to contribute her skills and creativity to supporting Aluna Bridge.
