It’s not an easy subject, but seniors and adults in general may want to start talking about their funeral plans today. After reading the news/obituaries for Davy Jones, Andrew Breitbart, (only three years my senior) and others, many people like me will have a reality check and may wish to inquire about and possibly plan their own funerals so their families won’t have to. Seniors preplan and prepay for their funerals for a variety of reasons, such as estate planning or Medicaid purposes, but I have to say the reason I hear most often is to relieve their survivors from the many details and decisions associated with arranging a funeral. Death can be a very stressful time. Not only is there grieving, but often traveling, legal issues and the many decisions that must be made in a short period of time. If you choose to prepay for your funeral selections, then the financial considerations have been addressed as well. Planning ahead can ease emotional and financial stress, and also provides you with the time needed to make practical and detailed decisions that reflect your preferences. It puts you in control and ensures your wishes will be known, and it spares your loved ones the anxiety of making critical decisions at a time when they are least prepared. But, most importantly, is the peace of mind in knowing that when the time does come, you have eliminated the emotional and financial burden that occurs when arrangements have not been made in advance.
If you've got questions about advanced funeral planning, give me a call, I'd be happy to help.
-Mark
435-674-5000
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