Wading Through Grief to Plan Funerals: Tips and Coping Strategies

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2020

3 Tips for Choosing a Memorial Stone Inscription

Some people think that the most challenging part of a funeral arrangement is choosing a memorial stone. However, finding the right headstone is just half of the work because you still have to choose an inscription technique. While the name and date of birth/death might seem enough for some people, it is always a good idea to go further than that. Remember that your goal is to memorialize the loved one, and thinking through the inscription is one of the best ways of honouring them.…

Two steps to take when the funeral director needs to prepare your loved one for an open-casket funeral

If you inform your funeral director that you want an open-casket funeral for your loved one, then they will put even more effort into preparing the remains than they would for a closed-casket funeral. Here are the steps you should take when they tell you they’re about to get started with these preparations. Don’t forget to give the funeral director the deceased’s most-used accessories At the beginning of the preparations, you’ll need to give the funeral director the outfit you want the deceased to be dressed in.…

When you are overcome with grief, planning breakfast can seem challenging, and planning a whole funeral can seem absolutely impossible. For this reason, a skilled and empathetic funeral home director is essential. In addition to that key person, you also may need to integrate coping strategies and tips into the funeral planning process. Ultimately, planning a funeral should feel cathartic rather than overwhelming. Hi, my name is Susan. After losing my husband eight years ago, I learned a lot about planning funerals, and I want to help others who need to plan one for their loved one. I offer you my sincere condolences, and I invite you to explore this blog. Thank you.