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Home Renovations for Seniors: What’s Best for You?

Although medical advances are keeping seniors healthy and active longer, aging still comes with its share of challenges. Eyesight and hearing tend to diminish, falls occur more frequently, and a wa...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, August 26, 2019

When Grief is Overwhelming: A Guide to Coping with a Sudden Death

“Sometimes, you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” – Dr. Seuss Dealing with loss is always emotionally challenging. It can take a long time to get to a place of...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, August 24, 2019

Taking Care of You: Helpful Resources for Caregivers

Few people plan to be caregivers for their loved ones. It’s a role that often comes on suddenly following an emergency or evolves over time as a result of an ongoing medical condition. In either ca...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, August 11, 2019

The Ins and Outs of the Age-Friendly Health System Movement

The Age-Friendly Health System is changing what it means to age in America. Self-described by its founders as a “movement to recruit and support entire healthcare systems to focus on the areas of m...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, August 4, 2019

Five Common Questions (And Answers) About Veterans Burial Benefits

Funerals, memorials and celebrations of life offer opportunities to honor and recognize a service member’s heroism and contributions. Whether you’re making final arrangements for a deceased veteran...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, July 14, 2019

Share More Than Wealth with a Meaningful Legacy Letter

What do children of millionaires most wish to inherit from their parents? You might be surprised to learn that it’s not money. In a survey by Wells Fargo Private Bank, Generation Z and Millennial ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, July 7, 2019

You Can Live Well on Social Security Alone

Traditionally, financial experts have said that retirees need about $1 million in savings to be comfortable. But in truth, most people approaching retirement simply don’t have anything close to tha...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, June 21, 2019

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8 Essential Steps: Your Funeral Pre-Planning Checklist

A thoughtful funeral pre-planning checklist helps ensure your wishes are honored and your family is supported. Advance funeral planning can bring peace and comfort to those you love. Instead of le...

What Does Repast Mean at a Funeral? A Complete Guide to Post-Funeral

Have you ever wondered, “What does repast mean at a funeral, and why does it matter?” After a funeral or memorial service, it’s common for family and friends to come together for a shared meal, kn...

It’s Time to Care, Learn and Speak Up: April is National Minority Health Month

National Minority Health Month reminds us that health care should be equal and accessible for all. Every April, we recognize National Minority Health Month (NMHM), a time to shine a light on the h...

What to Consider When Deciding Where to Sit at a Funeral

Whether you’re a close friend or a casual acquaintance, knowing where to sit at a funeral can help you show the right level of support. The most important part of attending a funeral or memorial s...

Funeral Planning for Blended Families: Navigating Complex Relationships

The emotional aspects of saying goodbye can be harder to navigate when funeral planning for blended families is involved. Blended families are a growing part of modern society, with an increasing ...

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: 10 Facts Everyone Should Know

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of screening, prevention, and early detection. Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the U.S., yet it i...