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Grieving a Loved One During Thanksgiving? Try These Six Tips for Healing
Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude for our many blessings. But for the bereaved, holidays can arouse feelings of grief even if the loss was some time ago.
If you find yourself feeling down ...
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Get the Facts about Veterans’ Burial Benefits
Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services is proud to serve the military veterans in our community. The funeral benefits available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are many and varied...
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Affordable, Creative Ways to Personalize a Funeral Service
When grieving, you want to focus on personalization, not expenses.
You may worry that you’ll need to spend more than you’ve budgeted in order to properly honor your loved one. The good news...
Saturday, October 24, 2020
How to Have a Safe Celebration of Life: Creative Ways to Honor Your Loved One
You want to honor your loved one during this time of physical separation, but how can you do it safely?
A celebration of life, also known as a remembrance celebration, is a memorial service that ...
Saturday, October 10, 2020
The Quick Guide to Choosing a Cemetery Property
Creating a burial plan for yourself or a loved one requires careful thought and decision making.
As you embark on selecting a cemetery, it is a good idea to go into the process armed with as much...
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Seven Things You Should Know About Live Stream Funeral Etiquette
Losing a loved one during the era of COVID-19 is especially challenging.
While the pandemic forced the world to remain apart, virtual funeral services have allowed family members, loved ones, and...
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Helpful Advice for Common Funeral Planning Challenges
Losing a loved one is among life’s most difficult experiences.
Being prepared for this eventuality can relieve some of the initial anxiety and despair. But even with plenty of planning and foreth...
Monday, August 24, 2020
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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...
