Featured Article Celebrating in a Larger-Than-Life Way

When you step in to a ShareLife event, you’re surrounded by the memories of your loved one in a truly unique way.

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What You Need to Know about the 2023 Veterans Benefit Updates

Exploring the Largest VA Survivor Benefit Boost in 30 Years! Here’s good financial news for veterans and their families: the federal government recently approved significant (and many say, overdue) increases to disability, survivor, and burial benefits. Learn more about these boosted benefits and what they could mean for you or a loved one. 

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Decorating Your Loved One’s Headstone This Fall

by Julia |  Memorialization · Uncategorized

As the crisp breeze of autumn sweeps through the air, many of us feel a deep connection to our loved ones who've passed on. With its rich hues and comforting scents, the fall season presents the perfect opportunity to celebrate their favorite autumn memories.

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Mortuary School: Your Complete Guide

by Julia |  Death Resources · Uncategorized · Veterans

Morticians – the modern term for professionals who are both funeral directors and embalmers – consider their work a calling more than a career. For many, becoming a mortician is their second career. In Part 2, what you should know if you want to explore this rewarding profession.

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Grief, Trauma, and the Path to Healing

by Julia |  Death Resources · Grief Support · Uncategorized

Funeral professionals and mental health counselors know grief and trauma often collide after pain and loss. While grief and trauma are distinct, their effect on individuals can be profound and, without treatment, sometimes permanent. In this article, you’ll learn the identifying factors for trauma, the danger of avoiding or suppressing treatment, and effective healing therapies.

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How to Discuss Preplanning with Your Parents

by Julia |  End of Life Planning · Uncategorized

As our parents age, it becomes increasingly important to have open and honest conversations about end-of-life planning. While discussing funeral arrangements may seem awkward or uncomfortable, here is simple and realistic advice on encouraging aging parents to preplan. We also include conversation starters to help navigate these sensitive discussions.

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Guide to Funeral Etiquette

Funerals require proper etiquette and specific behaviors reserved for the event's solemnity. Etiquette is more than good manners; it’s about treating others courteously and respectfully. Here's a concise guide to answer your key questions about funeral etiquette. 

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