Category: Things to Consider

In this post we’re going over some simple dos and don’ts for handling these delicate conversations. Hopefully, it will help ease the discomfort so that you can provide the support your loved one needs.

Here’s a quick overview of the information we share with families so that they are fully informed and know what to expect.

If you work in one of the top 10 deadliest professions, you should always understand the risks and how to avoid potential injury. Here’s a quick look at what those risky jobs are and what makes them so perilous.

Here are a few tips that can help you handle the discussions about choosing cremation when a family member doesn’t see eye-to-eye on the matter.

This quick read explains what a viewing is, the benefits and the costs involved with having one so you can decide if it’s something you want to include in the funeral arrangements.

What should you do if an ill loved one passes away at home? This quick guide will tell you what steps need to be taken to make arrangements and register the death when it happens at home.

If you or a loved one are considering your end-of-life options as a part of your advanced planning, it’s a good idea to learn more about the water cremation process, starting with whether it’s legal in your state.

Most of the time a bereavement policy will give employees a guaranteed number of days off, however that isn’t a guarantee. Some bereavement policies give employees the ability to apply sick leave as bereavement off-time.

Do you have questions about clothes for cremation? In this post we’re going over how people are dressed for cremation and what factors can affect the decision.

You’ll learn and experience a lot of new things when a close loved one passes away and you have to arrange end of life services. If you’re fortunate enough to inherit money, assets or property you’ll learn about a tax you may not have known existed. We’re talking about estate tax.

For those that choose cremation because it’s more environmentally friendly than traditional burials, burying the remains isn’t out of the question. Many green cemeteries now have special areas for cremated remains.

It may sound like a burden that’s needlessly bothersome, but the guidelines are there to protect the very things that drew you to a green cemetery in the first place. This guide will help you select plants for green burial sites that enhance the surroundings rather than making a negative impact.

If you’ve lost a loved one and find yourself in the position of lining up long-term care for their pet this information will help.

If you plan to have a post-cremation memorial here are a few factors to consider so that you have the meaningful experience you envision.

Explaining cremation to children can be difficult. We want to help you navigate that conversation. There are a few things that you shouldn’t say. Keep reading…

There are specific items that are not to be cremated with a body. If you’re wondering what can and can’t be cremated with a body, keep reading.

After a loved one passes, you are faced with settling the estate and probate. This simple checklist will help get you started.

Water cremation is an environmentally friendly, and affordable alternative to traditional funerals and burials. It involves mixing the body with potassium hydroxide and then using heat or pressure to produce ash. The term “water cremation” refers to a form of eco-friendly burial that completely eliminates the need for embalming or casketing the body in preparation for burial or cremation. Water cremation utilizes a unique process that completely dissolves the body within a water-based solution, leaving the individual’s ashes pristine and free of any chemicals whatsoever. Why Should You Consider Water Cremation? The main benefit of water cremation is that it does not involve any chemicals, such as formaldehyde, which are present in traditional burial materials. Formaldehyde-based embalming fluids are actually toxic to humans and cannot be safely used without protective gear.  Water cremation also eliminates many concerns about the environment, as it does not require hazardous disposal methods that can be harmful to the environment. These environmental concerns include burying a body pumped with chemicals or scattering the remains into rivers. In addition, water cremation is a very hygienic way of disposing of bodies. It does not allow bacterial growth, which means that the remains do not have to be buried after being incinerated. This prevents them from being exposed to pathogens or other harmful organisms. How does Water Cremation Work? The most common forms of water cremation are tank and vessel-based systems. The solution entirely covers the body, and the container is then heated or pressurized so that all

Are you needing to understand the Estate Settlement Process? We’re here to help! Take a look at the first steps that need to be taken to initiate the estate settlement process.

Once the burial or cremation is complete some of the pressure is relieved, but there’s still a lot that needs to be done. This checklist can help you keep track of it all so that everything gets done as quickly and easily as possible.

Our team helps families through this difficult time every day. The checklist below was created to help families figure out what needs to be done to arrange and complete a burial or cremation after the immediate tasks have been handled.

We’ve all thought about it at some point. What if I’m actually alive when I’m buried or cremated? For some people this is a serious fear, and hearing the random stories of it happening doesn’t help.  You’ll be happy to know that being cremated alive is virtually impossible. Here’s why.  What Retort Means How can I be sure I won’t still be alive when I go into the retort? That’s what we get asked a lot when a person wants to know more about the cremation process. We completely understand why someone might be concerned about this if they are unfamiliar with how everything works. First, let’s explain what retort means. Retort is the technical name for the chamber where cremation occurs. The body is placed in a combustible container (usually a wood coffin) after it is properly prepared. The container with the body is then put in the retort chamber for cremation.  People who plan to be cremated are sometimes concerned about being alive at this point, similar to the fear of being buried alive. Because the temperature is raised to 1,400-2,000 degrees Fahrenheit in the chamber there’s no way a person could survive retort. The good news is, that isn’t something you really need to worry about. Why You Don’t Have to Worry About Being Alive at Retort Fear over being buried or cremated alive is actually an antiquated concern, meaning that it’s been a fear people have had for a very long time. In fact, historians note

When a loved one dies it can be difficult to know exactly what to do. We’ve put together a checklist after death occurs.

Do you have a friend of a family member that is terminally ill? Don’t miss these 5 tips on how to talk about it.

Figuring out how to plan a funeral service is often an emotional task – Use our step-by-step guide to ensure your loved one has the service they deserve.