Funeral planning

When it comes to ceremonies and rituals after losing a loved one, there are a lot of terms that can be confusing. Celebrations of life are a popular way to memorialize and celebrate the life of a loved one and an alternative to a traditional funeral or memorial service. What is a celebration o

What is a memorial service? A memorial service is a service that’s meant to memorialize the deceased. The difference between a memorial service and a funeral is that funerals usually have

A memorial service and a funeral are often used interchangeably as terms, but they technically mean two different things. Many families are turning to delayed memorial services and cremations due to the restrictions put in place on funerals and in-person gatherings. Knowing the difference between th

Zoom funerals are becoming more and more common as people adapt to COVID-related safety issues and restrictions--an as people become more accustomed to relying on technology. That being said, most people don’t know how they would livestream a funeral. While hosting a funeral over Zoom can seem daunt

Epitaphs (also known as gravestone inscriptions, headstone inscriptions, or headstone quotes) are the short headstone sayings you see whenever you visit a cemetery. Headstones will usually have the date of birth, date of death, and a short headstone inscription that includes a favorite quote, saying

On May 1st, 2020, Washington State became the first state in the US to allow composting human remains as a legal method of disposition. Composting bodies was previously not possible and may give some people a general sense of uneasiness, but it’s one of the most environmentally friendly and natural

The average funeral costs about $9,000 in the United States, a cost that far exceeds the amount of money American families can cover with cash on hand. You may be aware of the cost of funerals in the U.S., but do you know why they’re so expensive? Knowing the expensive pieces of a funeral can preven

While people often assume a funeral will take place after a loved one has passed away, there are many situations in which a funeral won’t (or can’t) be held. The decision to have (or not to have) a funeral is often an intensely personal decision, but there are scenarios in which families are forced

If a relative died due to COVID-19, you may be entitled to reimbursement for funds spent on the funeral. Here’s what you need to know when it comes to government assistance with COVID-19. We’ll be consistently updating it with new information as it becomes available, so be sure to stay informed by r

When you think of a burial, you’ll likely assume it’s referring to a body buried in a casket. You may be surprised to learn that many families choose to bury their loved one’s cremated remains just as you’d bury a casket. Burying an urn requires many o

Funerals are an expense that many families can’t afford. While many families are able to find the money through the generosity of their community or through other means, there are moments where they may be completely unable to pay for a funeral. If you think you’re in this position, it’s important t

Being able to pay for something in installments is a luxury that many are surprised to learn does not apply to the funeral industry. Many funeral homes do not offer repayment plans and expect to have their services paid for before the services are performed. Struggling to come up with a thousands

Funerals are not only expensive, but they’re an expense that often needs to be paid immediately and with very short notice. Most families don’t have the thousands of dollars in savings that they need to immediately pay for a funeral, while other families are completely unable to afford the high pric

How much does a funeral cost? The average funeral costs about $9,000 in the United States. Many families and individuals are grieving, leaving them vulnerable to sales tactics or to choosing what’s right in front of them instead of shopping around. When planning a funeral, here’s some of the co

Ever Loved simplifies the funeral planning process and makes it easier to focus on the people and things that matter. There are tons of helpful resources available to families during their time of need. Here are 8 ways Ever Loved can help you during this difficult time: 1. Find the right fun