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Planning a Military Funeral

Funerals for veterans aim to honor those who have served our country with traditional aspects such as the honor guard playing taps, the offering of a folded flag to the family, as well as other benefits and honors. These funerals are customizable, but it is important to verify your status...

Financing a Grave Marker

January 23, 2023
Losing a loved one can be a challenging time emotionally and financially. As funeral costs continue to rise, it is useful to know the options for funding a gravestone, headstone, or grave marker. When shopping for funeral-related products, the Federal Trade Commission’s Funeral Rule protects your right to be made...
Father’s Day can be an incredibly challenging time when dealing with the loss of a father or a child. Even in grief, Father’s Day can be a time to honor and remember the impact that your loved one’s have on your and your family’s life. Grieving the loss of a...
Religion and spirituality can be a great help during a time of loss. Yet a significant loss also may cause you to question everything, including your faith. This may initially feel like a compounded loss adding to the grief you’re already experiencing. Rest assured, however, this can also be a...

Financing a Funeral

November 2, 2021
Things to consider for financing a funeral:   Review the life insurance policy Check for low-cost burial options Consider a loan Ask other family members to assist with financial responsibilities Reach out to the religious community and crowdfunding Contact your county’s coroner’s office One of the first and biggest responsibilities to consider when...
Four things to know after a loved one has died:   You may feel lost, helpless, empty, or even relieved.  Any and all emotions are possible and acceptable. Each person mourns in their own way and in their own time. You might be overwhelmed, so use your friends and family members as a support system. There are many arrangements that must be...
Locating all the assets of a deceased loved one can be a daunting task.  This task can be designated to the executor of the will, but it will be helpful if family members approach the project together. It is helpful to always have a copy of the death certificate and...
An Executor is someone named in a will or appointed by the court to take care of a deceased person’s estate. Acting as an executor can take a lot of time and effort. Executors have a number of responsibilities. These duties will depend on the complexity of the deceased’s financial...
The following is an excerpt from The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) Grief Talk: Talking to a Child or Teen to Let them Know Someone has Died. Considerations For Teenage Children (13+ years): • Provide a familiar, distraction-free environment for the conversation about death. • Help teen find support. Teens...
The following is an excerpt from The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) Grief Talk: Talking to a Child or Teen to Let them Know Someone has Died. Considerations For School-Age Children (7 – 12 years): • Review the child’s understanding of the person’s decline in health, leading to their death....
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