I just ran across this stat … Did you know 69% of adults over 40 want to pre-arrange their funeral services, but only 17% actually do*? That’s a huge gap! So, what’s holding us back from taking this important step? “Plenty of time!” We often think death is far off, but life is unpredictable. Pre-planning…
Did you know that your “final footprint” can be as meaningful and aligned with your values as the life you lived? For many, the options surrounding deathcare remain largely unknown, yet a growing number of ecologically conscious choices are emerging. From the earth-friendly simplicity of natural burial to innovative methods that gently return our physical…
Happy Pi Day! You think Pi goes on forever … You should hear me talk about the importance of pre-planning. Every day i hear stories from both sides – those who lost someone with a plan in place and those without a plan. Imagine … four adult children who “knew what mom wanted”, because they…
You already have funeral, cremation, & cemetery plans in place. That’s fantastic. When was the last time you dusted off the paperwork & made sure it’s in order, that the providers have up-to-date information, and that your plans still reflect your wishes? This can happen: Just last week a family shared that their dad had…
I was so grateful to have the opportunity to speak with Recovering From Religion & David Teachout on the RfRx podcast about inclusion in deathcare and the Identity Affirming Deathcare Directives. The best way to ensure that your identity will be honored and your loved ones will be at peace with the decisions made in…
Gratitude Grows in Conversations Like These This Thanksgiving week, we’re reminded of the power of connection and conversation. I’m reflecting on when i had the privilege of meeting with a couple to discuss their funeral pre-planning. Their adult daughters were in town & joined the conversation, and as i asked questions & decisions were made,…
It’s a difficult conversation to have – so, who meets with a pre-planning advisor like me to do advanced planning for their own final arrangements? Why would they do that?
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Unique opportunity yesterday – i was honored to meet with Rafael Zshaber, a funeral professional from Brazil who took time on vacation in Orlando to visit our Dignity Memorial Woodlawn Memorial Park. So interesting to learn about the industry from his perspective! There are some differences in how families honor loved ones. For example, about…
