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Siblings and Grief: Five Ways to Heal After Loss
They are our first playmates, rivals, and friends. Siblings enjoy a unique relationship that cannot be duplicated.
Losing a sibling can be devastating yet this grief is often overshadowed in our ...
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Grieving a Loved One During Thanksgiving? Try These Six Tips for Healing
Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude for our many blessings. But for the bereaved, holidays can arouse feelings of grief even if the loss was some time ago.
If you find yourself feeling down ...
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Get the Facts about Veterans’ Burial Benefits
Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services is proud to serve the military veterans in our community. The funeral benefits available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are many and varied...
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Affordable, Creative Ways to Personalize a Funeral Service
When grieving, you want to focus on personalization, not expenses.
You may worry that you’ll need to spend more than you’ve budgeted in order to properly honor your loved one. The good news...
Saturday, October 24, 2020
How to Have a Safe Celebration of Life: Creative Ways to Honor Your Loved One
You want to honor your loved one during this time of physical separation, but how can you do it safely?
A celebration of life, also known as a remembrance celebration, is a memorial service that ...
Saturday, October 10, 2020
The Quick Guide to Choosing a Cemetery Property
Creating a burial plan for yourself or a loved one requires careful thought and decision making.
As you embark on selecting a cemetery, it is a good idea to go into the process armed with as much...
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Seven Things You Should Know About Live Stream Funeral Etiquette
Losing a loved one during the era of COVID-19 is especially challenging.
While the pandemic forced the world to remain apart, virtual funeral services have allowed family members, loved ones, and...
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
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Want to Create a Meaningful Tribute? Don't Overlook the Importance of Obituaries
The importance of obituaries cannot be overstated because they are the place where our loved ones’ life stories are recorded forever.
Obituaries are an important way of publicly remembering the pe...
Medical Alert Systems for Seniors: Six Important Things to Know
A medical alert system ensures that older adults can access help when needed, regardless of where they are in their homes. &nb...
Planning a Cremation Memorial Service? Here are Seven Important Things to Do
A cremation memorial service allows you to honor your loved one’s life in a way that reflects their personality and values.
Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a larger ceremony, there are...
Preventing Winter Falls: Eight Safety Tips Every Senior Should Know
By planning ahead and being mindful of hazards, preventing winter falls can help seniors enjoy the season safely.
While winter can be a beautiful time of the year, it also poses unique safety chal...
Memorial Service FAQs: Key Information to Help You Honor Your Loved One
When planning a tribute, memorial service FAQs can help you navigate the details to properly honor your loved one’s life and legacy.
A memorial service or celebration of life is an uplifting cerem...
What is the Role of the Funeral Home? Five Things Everyone Should Know
The role of a funeral home extends far beyond logistics it’s about guiding families through loss with care and compassion.
Dealing with the loss is a challenging and emotional journey. The grievin...
Do You Know the Hidden Hazards? Six Surprising Ways Pneumonia Can Develop
Do You Know the Hidden Hazards? Six Surprising Ways Pneumonia Can Develop
From unseen hazards to surprising sources, the ways pneumonia can develop are wider-ranging than you may think.
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