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The Most Common Types of Funeral Services: Five Indispensable Guidelines You Need to Know

Whether you are pre-planning your own funeral or that of a loved one, there are many decisions to be made. You may never have given it much thought before, but funeral services come in a wide var...
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Sunday, May 16, 2021

Facing Mortality: Three Reasons Why Acceptance is the Best Option

Although loss and death affect everyone, it’s a topic we tend to avoid. It’s considered gloomy and even a bad omen by many. But in reality, there is a sense of freedom that comes with facing morta...
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Monday, April 26, 2021

Planning a Celebration of Life? Check Out These Imaginative Ideas

Planning a celebration of life can be a healing way to remember a departed loved one. As COVID restrictions continue to relax, people are seeking creative ways to pay tribute to their beloved frie...
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Thursday, April 15, 2021

Six Essential Tips to Help You Choose Photos that Celebrate Your Loved One’s Life

As the old saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words”. That’s why the images you select for a loved one’s obituary, funeral program, or memorial service are just as important as the words...
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Thursday, April 15, 2021

FEMA Announces COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through a dedicated call center. Please see the call line information below: 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-758...
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Upcoming Webinar: Managing Change & Grief - April 14

We hope you will join us! Recognizing that professional counseling can be an important part of the grieving and healing process, we have invited Leslie Holley, MA, LCPC, NCC, and certified counsel...
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Friday, April 2, 2021

Life Changes Quickly. Is Your Will Putting You at Risk?

If you already have a will in place, congratulations! It’s a critical estate tool, yet only a small percentage of the population has completed this essential document. But if you think you can put...
By VGFS
In News & Events
Thursday, March 25, 2021

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