Dealing with the loss of a loved one is rarely easy or simple. It can be hard for people to get through it alone, especially if they’ve never experienced loss before. You shouldn’t feel like you have to work through … Continued
When we lose a loved one suddenly, it’s devastating. It can take a lot out of us and then having to plan for their final goodbye is difficult. However, if you’re living with a terminal illness or caring for someone … Continued
The natural response to the death of a loved one is grief. According to Mary Martineau, LCSW, MSW, “we must move through grief, not by ‘getting over it’ or ‘moving on’ but by experiencing it wholly, which takes time.” As … Continued
Whether you’ve recently lost a loved one or are planning for your own service in the future, one of the most important choices you’ll need to make is what happens to the remains. Though traditional burials are always an excellent … Continued
Many will agree that we need to talk more openly about what happens when someone dies. As uncomfortable as it may seem, funeral directors have a lot of knowledge that they can share with grieving family members that can make … Continued
Laying a loved one to rest is an emotional time for everyone involved. Unless they’ve pre-planned their funeral arrangements, you’ll need to select a casket for them to be buried in if that was their wish. While you’re in the … Continued
Are you in charge of planning a funeral for your loved one? This process can be an emotionally draining and difficult task. Creating a funeral program is an important part of the overall service. It should give guests an idea … Continued
Cremation is at an all-time high nationally. Many people are electing this option because it’s more affordable and can make the grieving process more personal to the memory of a loved one than a traditional burial. Losing a loved one … Continued
Loss of loved ones has been with us since the dawn of time. Yet the study of how people manage grief is a relatively new science. We’ve come a long way from the time when the stages of grief were … Continued
Writing an obituary for the first time can be very intimidating. After all, it’s impossible to sum up someone’s entire life in less than 200 words. Where do you even begin? Over 2.5 million people die in the U.S. every … Continued