What to say to someone who is grieving

It can be difficult to find the right words when speaking to someone who has lost a loved one. You want your words to be supportive and comforting without being intrusive or presumptuous. The fear of saying something that might upset the bereaved may make you feel...

Why you should consider preparing a will

For many people, creating a will gets added to the bottom of a long to-do list. However, it shouldn’t be something you put off. This legal document can help your family avoid unnecessary administrative tie-ups when you pass. We gathered the basic information you need...

5 tips for picking photos to pay tribute to a loved one

When planning a memorial service, you may want to include a photo board or digital photo slideshow to honor the life your loved one lived. Choosing the right pictures can be overwhelming. Our expert memorial planners put together this list of things to consider to...

What is embalming?

It is not always possible to hold a funeral service immediately after a loved one has died. Sometimes, services are delayed so that family members can travel from far away to attend, or there may even be the need to transport the body for burial somewhere else. In...