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The Top 10 Books On Grief After the loss of a loved one, everyone experiences grief differently. However, grief extends beyond the person who suffered the loss. Those close to the person in mourning also feel the effects of grief, and are often at a loss when it comes to guidance or advice on what... View Article
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September 22, 2017Online Memorial Service Families and friends are spread all over the world these days, but when a loved one dies, friends from afar don’t always get the same chance to attend a memorial service or funeral for a friend, so an online memorial service has become a common option. 7 Simple Steps for Hosting an… View Article
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September 20, 2017After A Loved One Dies One of the toughest times for people to make difficult decisions is immediately after a loved one dies. Funeral planning comes at a time when people are grieving over the deceased, which can sometimes mean one can make a wrong choice or forget to do something that might cost them… View Article
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September 19, 2017Life Celebration Funerals A funeral is an event that marks the end of a loved one’s life, allowing family members and friends to gather in a peaceful setting and quietly honor their loved one. However, in recent years, some people have chosen life celebration funerals, which is a more non-traditional approach to saying goodbye. But… View Article
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September 19, 2017Social Media Posts and Funerals The world has become a much smaller place in the past decade as the Internet and social media have connected people from every corner of the earth. But the very technology that allows us to stay connected with family and friends is the thing that also seems to be detrimentally… View Article
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August 22, 2017Funeral Planning Checklist A lot is going in the hours and days after losing a loved one. Apart from the time you need to be able to grieve, there is a lot of planning and work to be done, even if the loved one had done some end-of-life planning. The following is a check list… View Article
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August 4, 2017What Does a Funeral Director Do? A funeral director’s job involves a lot—in fact, funeral directors go through a ton of schooling to receive a degree in funeral service education. Plus, they have to serve an apprenticeship under another funeral director for a year or two. Then, to become a licensed funeral director, they have to pass… View Article
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July 31, 2017Live Streaming Funerals The ability to live stream a funeral service is important today, as people are moving to all different corners of the earth. Family members and friends might not be able to travel at the last minute to attend a funeral for a friend or relative, but if the funeral home is able… View Article
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July 27, 2017Planning a funeral reception can feel overwhelming during a time of grief, but it is also one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate a loved one’s life. At The Gardens of Boca Raton, we understand the value of gathering with friends and family after a service. That is why so many families ask: Should… View Article
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July 25, 2017Including Family There are times when family and friends are unable to make it to their lost loved one’s funeral, whether it be because of money, timing or logistics. But, just because they can’t attend in person, doesn’t mean they want to be left out of the service. So how can you help those from… View Article
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June 25, 2017The death of a loved one or family member can raise crucial questions, like who pays for a funeral? According to the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), end-of-life planning costs have been rising, increasing by 5%-8% over the past two years. For many families, this leaves them wondering who is responsible for the funeral expenses… View Article
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June 22, 2017The Benefits of Pre-Planning Funeral Expenses Think back to the funerals you have gone to in the past, whether they were for family members, friends or co-workers. Remember how the grief affected the family of the deceased, and how many different steps were involved with the funeral, from the viewing to the funeral service to… View Article
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June 21, 2017Preparing Children for Funerals Children are usually the picture of innocence because they haven’t yet experienced many of the difficulties adults have, specifically the loss of a family member or friend to death. To ensure they are prepared, it’s important to sit down and talk with the younger ones before a funeral proceeding. There are… View Article
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