The death of a loved one is overwhelming and each of us react differently as we go through our own process of dealing with a loss. In most instances, some level of arrangements is made prior to a death occurring. However, we frequently have families...
For most families in California and Texas, money isn’t the first thought when faced with losing a loved one. But at some point, the cost must be addressed. The last thing grieving family members need is “sticker shock” when they see the bill. Trust is a...
For those who are grieving, it is hard enough to make it through each new day. Facing a new year without a loved one can be especially depressing. While friends may be full of optimism of what the new year will bring, the mourner sees...
The holiday season is here – a handful of weeks during the year when families are more likely to get together. This year, please consider using part of your precious time with loved ones to have an important conversation about how they want to be...
November is National Hospice Month. You may think that has little to do with cremation– that the need for hospice has already passed when aCremation’s services are needed. In fact, the opposite is true. At aCremation, much of our time and energy goes toward tending to...
Planes, Trains…And Remains August is a big vacation month for many families. Some of my family’s best memories (and photos!) came from vacations we experienced. Returning to the places where wonderful memories were made is a common way to celebrate the life of a loved one...