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Valuable Funeral Planning Tips Everyone Needs to Know

Most of us will need to plan a funeral or memorial service for a family member at some point in our lives. There are many decisions to be made during this difficult time, but understanding what i...
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Monday, January 11, 2021

Do You Know These Important Steps to Take after the Funeral?

Few occasions are more life-altering than a loved one’s passing. It’s not uncommon for survivors to feel bereft and lost. Knowledgeable, compassionate funeral providers are there to help you navi...
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Monday, December 28, 2020

An Urgent Holiday Message to Our Community

 
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Monday, December 14, 2020

These New Year’s Resolutions for the Bereaved Can be Transformative

When you think of New Year’s, what does it mean for you? For many, January 1st signifies the chance to start anew. If you are facing the year ahead without a beloved family member or friend, you ...
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Sunday, December 13, 2020

Parenting through Grief: A Guide for Healing

When a loved one passes away, parents must play two roles: griever of their own loss and supporter of their children’s loss. It requires awareness and sensitivity during a time that’s filled with...
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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Take These Seven Important Financial Actions When a Loved one Passes Away

There’s so much to be done when you lose a loved one. In addition to notifying friends and family, making funeral arrangements, and dealing with enormous grief, there are important financial and le...
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Five Things Everyone Should Know about Siblings and Grief

The passing of a brother or sister is among life’s greatest losses. Particularly in adulthood, though, sibling loss tends to be a neglected form of grief. The focus of support is usually on the s...
By VGFS
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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

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