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Funeral or Celebration of Life: How to Decide What’s Right for Your Loved One
When a loved one passes away, it is important to honor their life with a memorable final goodbye.
In the past, society has turned to funeral services based on religious or cultural traditions to ...
Friday, May 20, 2022
Funeral Attire Do’s and Don’ts: Six Indispensable Tips Everyone Needs to Know
If you’re planning to attend a funeral or memorial service, you may be wondering about the rules of etiquette—what to say to the bereaved, how to extend condolences, and where to send flowers, for ...
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Avoiding Hidden Sodium: Seven Strategies to Improve Your Diet
Consuming too much sodium can cause high blood pressure, heart attacks, stroke, kidney disease, and other health issues.
The U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming less than 2,300 mg of sodi...
Friday, April 22, 2022
Your Guide to Estate Planning: Seven Common Mistakes and Mishaps to Avoid
Estate planning is about getting your affairs in order for the end of your life and beyond.
While it can be uncomfortable to consider end-of-life wishes, no one will live forever. Whether you are ...
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Take These Practical Steps to Plan for Your Pet’s Care When You Pass Away
Have you ever considered what would happen to your pets if you died or became seriously ill?
They have no one to advocate for them unless you do, so don’t leave them out of your estate planning e...
Sunday, April 10, 2022
Digital Compassion: Seven Things to Know About Expressing Sympathies at a Virtual Funeral
Live streaming allows mourners to take part in memorial ceremonies at any time, from anywhere.
While the COVID-19 health crisis ushered in the dire need for virtual funeral solutions, other barri...
Friday, March 18, 2022
Casket vs. Coffin: Twelve Things to Know About These Important Memorial Products
Funeral planning involves many details, including the choice of a coffin or a casket. Although coffins and caskets may look the same to the untrained eye, they are vastly different.
Please read on...
Sunday, March 13, 2022
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Spot the Signs, Save a Life: Recognizing and Responding to Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion
Heat stroke and heat exhaustion can quickly turn an ordinary summer day into a life-threatening emergency.
In cities like Philadelphia, summer heat can be relentless. It radiates from sidewalks, l...
10 Important Benefits of Grief Counseling: How Professional Guidance Supports Healing
The benefits of grief counseling can be life-changing for those navigating the journey through loss.
It’s impossible to prepare for the heartbreak of losing someone dear. Grief looks different for...
Why Funeral Ceremonies Matter: 7 Ways Rituals Help Us Heal
Understanding why funeral ceremonies matter can help guide families through grief with compassion and clarity.
In times of loss, gathering to honor the departed can offer more comfort than words a...
Wondering What to Bring to a Memorial Service? Consider These Heartfelt Items
When words fall short, what you bring to a memorial service can speak volumes.
When we gather to honor the life of a loved one, our presence is the most important gift we can offer. Still, many pe...
Repast vs. Reception: Essential Differences Every Event Planner Should Know
When planning a memorial event, knowing the difference between a repast vs. reception helps set the right tone for gathering and reflection.
Amid loss, spending time with loved ones after the fune...
Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services Announces Joint Venture with Escamillio D. Jones Funeral Home
PHILADELPHIA, PA, June 13, 2025 — Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services, a dedicated provider of funeral and cremation services in the Philadelphia area for the past decade, is proud to announce its ...
Men's Health Month: Surprising Secrets for Better Health at Any Age
Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to focus on something that often gets pushed to the back burner: overall well-being.
Whether you're 25 or 85, there’s always something you can do to feel bet...
