End of life
From understanding final wishes to knowing what to do when someone dies, we talk about it all here
Creative Farewells: Unique and Meaningful Ways to Plan Your Funeral
Collaborative Post Planning a funeral might not be exciting, but it can certainly be one of the most meaningful aspects of life administration. Funerals provide an important way of honoring lives well lived, they allow families and loved ones to come together in celebration and remember those we’ve lost with dignity. Gone are the days […]
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Everything you need to know about cremation
Collaborative Post Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult moments, and arranging their farewell can feel overwhelming. Cremation offers a simple, dignified way to honour their memory while giving you the flexibility to create a send-off that reflects their life and wishes. Many families choose this option for its affordability and practicality, […]
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Myths and Facts about Palliative Care – Breaking Down the Misconceptions
Collaborative Post Many consider palliative homecare to be synonymous with end-of-life care, which is why people often give up on it. This is one of the many reasons that only 14% of people in need of palliative care receive it. Believing these myths has led to many resigning themselves to their painful state and essentially […]
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A Lasting Connection: The Comfort of Gold Necklaces for Ashes in Later Life
Collaborative Post Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult life events you can live through. Grief never gets any easier, but there are ways you can find support and comfort as you navigate the next stage in your life. Creating memorial jewellery is growing in popularity as a way to find comfort […]
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End-of-life planning project seeks crowdfunding
A UK organisation, Legacy Compass, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to help kick-start its mission to redefine end-of-life planning and support. According to Legacy Compass, the average cost of dying is £9,650, and post-death administration takes on average 39 working days, with families facing up to 95 decisions during emotionally challenging times. The crowdfunding campaign […]
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Preparing for and Dealing with the Loss of a Loved One
Collaborative Post Nobody wants to think about the possibility of losing a loved one but, as our family members get older, it’s something we do need to plan for. There’s no way to eliminate the grief and stress of this time, but you can smooth things over for everyone involved and make it easier to […]
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Managing grief without employer support
At some stage in our lives we are likely to have to deal with grief, and as our parents age that time moves closer. Yet while employers are charged with implementing policies for a whole raft of situations, some do not seem to know how to support those who are grieving – or even concede […]
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Where are we with the assisted dying debate in the UK?
Assisted dying is naturally a controversial subject. On the one hand, people would like to be able to help those suffering great pain with only more pain to endure in the future by enabling them to carry out their wish to end that suffering. And to do so without fear of prosecution. On the other, […]
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Managing social media accounts after death
With the news that Google will delete accounts that haven’t been accessed for two years, it’s a reminder that everyone should be making plans for what happens to their social media accounts after their lifetime. If left alone accounts may be closed and precious memories lost. John Roberts, partner and director at Austin Lafferty Solicitors, […]
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Embracing Ageing Together: How Funeral Directors in Bradford Offer Comprehensive Support
Collaborative Post As we journey through life, the inevitability of ageing becomes a shared experience for all of us. In these later stages, it is crucial to have a support system that understands our unique needs and provides compassionate assistance. Funeral directors in Bradford play a vital role in this regard, offering comprehensive support to […]
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