A Compassionate Bedside Marriage Solution
When illness, injury, or age makes leaving home impossible, we help families and care teams coordinate a fully legal marriage ceremony—from the patient's bed, living room, or care facility. No travel. No courthouse. Just dignity, compassion, and legal protection.
Start Your ApplicationHospice agencies, assisted-living facilities, and home health teams: we coordinate directly with your staff to arrange bedside ceremonies for residents and patients.
When Coming to the Courthouse Is Not Possible
For homebound, bedridden, and hospitalized individuals, the standard marriage process is not just inconvenient—it is impossible. Arranging medical transport, navigating inaccessible buildings, and enduring long waits are out of the question for many patients in long-term care, hospice, or home health situations.
We built this service specifically for these situations. By leveraging Utah's online marriage laws, we bring the entire process—license application, ceremony, and certificate delivery—directly to the patient. Social workers, hospice coordinators, nurses, and family members are welcome to assist at every step.
How We Support Patients, Families, and Care Teams
We Come to the Patient
The entire process is handled digitally. No transport vans, no government buildings, no waiting rooms. The ceremony takes place via secure video call from wherever the patient is most comfortable.
Secure Critical Legal Rights
A legal marriage establishes next-of-kin status for medical decisions, ICU visits, and care management. It also protects inheritance rights, Social Security survivor benefits, and pensions—protections that matter most in care situations.
Compassionate, Dignified Ceremonies
A hospital room or hospice bed can still be a place of profound love. Our officiants are experienced in medical and end-of-life settings. They conduct ceremonies with patience, respect, and sensitivity to the couple's situation.
Coordinated Around Care Schedules
We schedule around medical treatments, nursing shifts, and the patient's energy levels. Free rescheduling if a health change occurs—no penalty, no pressure.
Why Families Choose the Bedside Route
| Feature | Traditional Courthouse | Our Bedside Service |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Required | Yes (often multiple trips) | None — we come to the patient |
| Location | County government building | Home, hospital, hospice, or assisted living |
| Waiting Periods | Up to 72 hours in some states | None |
| Scheduling | Limited to business hours | Built around care schedules |
| Care Team Involvement | Not typically accommodated | Social workers & nurses can participate |
| Rescheduling | Often requires new fees | Free rescheduling for health changes |
How We Coordinate a Bedside Ceremony
Apply with Help
A caregiver, family member, social worker, or nurse can assist in completing the online application and uploading ID photos.
Coordinate Scheduling
We work with the patient's care team to find the right time—around treatments, nursing shifts, and energy levels. Free rescheduling if health changes suddenly.
The Bedside Ceremony
Join a secure video link with our officiant. The ceremony is brief (10-15 minutes) and conducted with compassion. Both partners must be conscious and able to indicate consent. Family and staff can join from anywhere.
Certificate Delivered
Digital certified copy within 1-2 business days for immediate use with insurance, hospitals, and legal documentation. Physical copy mailed to the couple or their designated contact.
Is a Bedside Marriage Fully Legal?
Yes. Marriages coordinated through our service are 100% legal and recognized in all 50 U.S. states.
In 2020, Utah modernized its marriage laws to allow couples to apply for a license, hold a ceremony, and receive their certificate entirely online. No Utah residency is required.
Under the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the U.S. Constitution, your marriage certificate is valid for all legal, medical, and financial purposes—including Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security benefits, and next-of-kin hospital decision-making.
Critical Protections This Marriage Provides
For homebound and hospitalized couples, these legal protections are not abstract—they are immediate and deeply practical:
Medical Decision-Making
Immediate next-of-kin status for hospital visitation, ICU access, and medical care decisions. Without legal marriage, your partner may be excluded from critical conversations about your care.
Health Insurance Enrollment
Marriage qualifies as a Qualifying Life Event, enabling you to add your spouse to employer-sponsored health insurance. For patients facing long-term care costs, this protection can be life-changing.
Financial and Survivor Protection
Secures inheritance rights, Social Security survivor benefits, pension transfers, and joint property rights. For couples in hospice or long-term care, these protections provide critical security for the surviving partner.
We Are Here for You and Your Family
Whether you are a couple, a family member advocating for a loved one, or a care professional coordinating on a patient's behalf—our team is here to guide you through every step with patience and compassion.
Begin the ApplicationTrusted by Families and Care Professionals
"My mother has been bedridden for two years and she and her partner of 15 years finally got to marry. The officiant was so kind and patient. We all cried. Thank you for making this possible for our family."
— Daughter of a client, Minnesota
"As an assisted-living activities director, I have helped coordinate two bedside weddings through this service. They are responsive, compassionate, and understand our scheduling constraints. I recommend them to any facility looking to support residents' wishes."
— Activities Director, Georgia
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Let Us Bring the Ceremony to Your Loved One
Every couple deserves the dignity of a legal marriage—regardless of where they are or what they are facing. We coordinate with you and your care team so the only thing that matters is the commitment between two people who love each other.
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