End of life
From understanding final wishes to knowing what to do when someone dies, we talk about it all here
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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What sort of funeral and burial can we choose?
Planning ahead and letting people know your preferences for your own funeral can be really helpful for the people who are making the arrangements. And knowing what the choices are will help you if you find yourself organising someone else’s funeral. This article was put together with the help of Google Bard, Google’s artificial intelligence […]
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What’s Included in a Direct Cremation Service?
Promotional Post A Direct Cremation is the latest addition to funeral options, even though it really harks back to the old days when simple funerals were the norm. This option is a no-fuss and comparatively inexpensive funeral option. There is no service with mourners, nor any inclusions beyond the basics for legalities required after a […]
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Legalities to consider when dealing with the death of a loved one
Collaborative Post Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult periods in life. When faced with the death of someone close to you, paperwork is often the last thing on your mind – but while it’s important to take plenty of time to grieve and recover from the loss, there are various […]
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What you need to know about pre-paid funeral plans
From the end of July 2022 new regulations have come into force in the UK pre-paid funeral market, with the aim of ensuring higher standards and better consumer protection. What was the problem? Funerals can be surprisingly expensive, even if you just want to keep it simple, and many people don’t want that cost falling […]
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Dealing With the Loss of a Loved One
Collaborative Post Dealing with the death of a loved one is one of the hardest experiences in life. Obviously, you have the emotional side to process and this can be incredibly difficult and is very rarely linear. In addition to this, you then have all of the practicalities to manage and this can make the […]
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How to make a funeral feel more personal
Collaborative Post Planning a funeral is no easy feat and with a long list of things to organise while you’re adjusting to life without your loved one, it can feel like a monumental task. If the deceased was older, or their death was expected, they may have created a funeral plan. However, this isn’t always […]
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