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Writing a Memorable Eulogy: How to Capture the Essence of a Life in Words
Funerals are a difficult time for everyone, but they can be especially challenging for friends or relatives who have been asked to deliver a eulogy.
In essence, the eulogy serves as a personal tr...
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Thursday, January 24, 2019
How to Talk with Your Loved Ones about Their Final Wishes
The end of life can be a traumatic time filled with difficult decisions.
How does your loved one want to be cared for? What are their preferences for care if they become incapacitated? Where do t...
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Busting the Myths: What Hospice Does and Doesn’t Do
Knowing what hospice care offers can help you make better decisions down the road. While many doctors fail to mention hospice services to patients in the final stages of their lives, millions of fa...
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Monday, January 7, 2019
Scamming the Bereaved: It’s More Common Than You Think
For many of us, discussing death is off limits. As a result, a loved one’s finances and final wishes may only be revealed after his or her passing.
Sadly, there are con artists who focus on sca...
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Thursday, December 27, 2018
Make Sure Estate Planning and Funeral Planning Are Among Your New Year’s Resolutions
It’s once again the time to start thinking about those new year’s resolutions. While most resolutions tend to focus on self-improvement, we‘re suggesting a more practical idea that’s actually achie...
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Sunday, December 23, 2018
Coping with Grief: Create a Joyful Holiday by Adding Fun New Traditions
When you’re mourning the loss of a loved one, the same holiday traditions that once brought joy can serve as difficult reminders. Whether your loss was very recent or some time ago, the holidays ar...
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Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Helpful Tips for Hosting a Memorable Repast
There are so many decisions to make as you plan the homegoing celebration for a loved one.
Aside from the many details of the funeral or memorial service itself, it’s also customary (but not requ...
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Sunday, November 25, 2018
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Celebrating Health of Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities During Diabetes Awareness Month
November is Diabetes Awareness Month.
This month is focused on raising awareness about the importance of improving our health to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. African Americans are dis...
Managing Family Conflict After Loss: Follow These Seven Rules
Family conflict after loss can turn a time of mourning into a battlefield of emotions.
Funerals are meant to honor and celebrate the life of a loved one, but unresolved tensions and differing opin...
Honoring Loved Ones in the Fall: How to Create a Beautiful Autumn Memorial Service
An autumn memorial service offers a beautiful way to honor a loved one’s life amid nature’s changing landscape.
The fall season is enchanting with its vibrant colors and delicious harvest of fruit...
5 Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health this School Year
It’s that time of year again! Time to get school supplies, meet your child’s teachers and friends, and get organized for the school year ahead.
During this time, it’s also important to prior...
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Six Important Things to Know
Breast Cancer Awareness Month serves as a reminder that knowledge and action can save lives and change outcomes.
Since 1985, the U.S. has recognized October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Mon...
7 Things To Remember For Your Mental Health This Fall
Fall is now here! While it can be an enjoyable season, it can also come with a variety of changes to our bodies and mental health.
These changes can include fluctuations in sleep patterns due to ...
Funeral Directors Extend a Compassionate Hand During Times of Loss
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Amid grief, there are many details to be attended to and important decisions to be made. It can be hard to know what to do or wh...
