Whether you're looking for services for your immediate need or pre-arrangements, there are many common questions about funerals, burials and other important details. Talking about, or even thinking about death can be difficult - especially when it's regarding a loved one or yourself. While it is one of life's most…
When tasked with writing an obituary - a death notice typically published in the local newspaper and online - it can be difficult to find the words. You want to be provide the right information while showing your love and appreciation for the deceased loved one. If you're unsure where…
Whether you lost your father very recently, or it's been years since he passed, Father's Day can be bittersweet. While everyone grieves differently, you don't have to make it a sad day. Honour your father's memory this June 17 with new traditions. Do Something He Loved Whether it was fishing,…
You've probably heard the term "Self-Care" a lot lately. While we might say it's a trend, we hope it's a concept that's here to say. While everyone can benefit from practicing self-care, it seems to be particularly important for those grieving the loss of a loved one. When someone you…
Spring is considered a season of renewal, which is probably where the concept of spring cleaning came from. We're told to purge our closets, shake the cobwebs out and start over. That said, if you've recently lost a loved one whom you shared a home with - a partner, child,…
Whether expected or sudden, when someone close to you dies it can be extremely upsetting. Often in the moments after are a blur, as emotions run high - which can be paralyzing. This is why it's important to know what to do immediately after the death has occurred. Have the…
As you reach retirement, there are a lot of decisions to be made. Where will you live? How will you budget your savings? And so on. One decision you might be avoiding is what happens to you when you die. It's an unpleasant thought, of course, but it's a very…
