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Honor Your Departed Veteran on Memorial Day with these Touching Tributes
Most people associate Memorial Day with the unofficial start of summer.
The holiday is often celebrated with barbeques, shopping, or trips to the beach over the long weekend. Being with loved ones...
Monday, May 17, 2021
How Much Do You Know About the Common Types of Funeral Services?
Planning a funeral is a critically important act of love.
If you are unfamiliar with the various types of funeral services that exist, or if you have never planned one, you may be unsure about the...
Sunday, May 16, 2021
When it Comes to Facing Mortality, It's Best to Accept
Our views of mortality, our end-of-life preferences, and the way we grieve when we lose a loved one are deeply influenced by our beliefs and experiences.
Although loss and death affects everyone,...
Monday, April 26, 2021
Seven Imaginative Ideas for Your Loved One’s Celebration of Life
Are you considering hosting a celebration of life for a departed loved one?
Unlike a funeral or memorial service, these events focus on joyful remembrance rather than grief. You can hold a celebr...
Thursday, April 15, 2021
How to Choose Photos that Celebrate Your Loved One’s Life
When a loved one passes away, surviving friends and family members are left with precious memories.
Photographs and other mementos take on special significance. Whether you are writing an obituar...
Thursday, April 15, 2021
FEMA Announces COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through a dedicated call center. Please see the call line information below:
844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-758...
Monday, April 12, 2021
Upcoming Webinar: Managing Change & Grief - April 14
We hope you will join us!
Recognizing that professional counseling can be an important part of the grieving and healing process, we have invited Leslie Holley, MA, LCPC, NCC, and certified counsel...
Friday, April 2, 2021
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Why Families Choose Batchelor Brothers & Jones for High-Profile Funeral Services
High-profile funeral services require exceptional planning, respect for tradition, and a steady hand in the face of public attention.
Some services carry an added weight, whether because of tradit...
Navigating Legalities After Losing a Loved One: 7 Important Things To Know
Navigating legalities after a loved one’s passing is often stressful, but a step-by-step approach can ease the burden.
Grief often comes with an unexpected stack of paperwork, phone calls, and dec...
Spot the Signs, Save a Life: Recognizing and Responding to Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion
Heat stroke and heat exhaustion can quickly turn an ordinary summer day into a life-threatening emergency.
In cities like Philadelphia, summer heat can be relentless. It radiates from sidewalks, l...
10 Important Benefits of Grief Counseling: How Professional Guidance Supports Healing
The benefits of grief counseling can be life-changing for those navigating the journey through loss.
It’s impossible to prepare for the heartbreak of losing someone dear. Grief looks different for...
Why Funeral Ceremonies Matter: 7 Ways Rituals Help Us Heal
Understanding why funeral ceremonies matter can help guide families through grief with compassion and clarity.
In times of loss, gathering to honor the departed can offer more comfort than words a...
Wondering What to Bring to a Memorial Service? Consider These Heartfelt Items
When words fall short, what you bring to a memorial service can speak volumes.
When we gather to honor the life of a loved one, our presence is the most important gift we can offer. Still, many pe...
Repast vs. Reception: Essential Differences Every Event Planner Should Know
When planning a memorial event, knowing the difference between a repast vs. reception helps set the right tone for gathering and reflection.
Amid loss, spending time with loved ones after the fune...
