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How Día de los Muertos Turns Grief Into Healing

Learn how Día de los Muertos transforms grief and celebrates life, with insight from professor and expert Mathew Sandoval.

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Cheers and Tears: What to Expect at an Irish Wake

Wakes are an enduring tradition in Ireland and for families of Irish heritage everywhere. They last one to three days before the funeral, depending on how well-known and beloved the individual is. If you’ve never experienced the vitality and emotion of an Irish wake, here are a few things you should know.
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Why More Americans Are Choosing to Die at Home

A few years ago, a study showed that more people were dying at home for the first time since the early 20th century than in hospitals.
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A Cemetery Road Trip to Pay Tribute to Modern American Heroes

Explore memorials and gravesites of American activists like César Chávez, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and John Lewis. Plan a road trip to honor their legacy.
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Celebrating Life in Words: Top 10 Tips for Writing a Meaningful Obituary

Writing an obituary can be a challenging task, as it requires condensing a lifetime of memories and experiences into a few paragraphs.
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Celebrating a Mother’s Life: Funeral and Obituary Ideas

Honor your mother, grandmother, stepmother, or maternal figure with thoughtful obituary guidance and funeral ideas to celebrate her life and love.
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Caskets and Coffins: What You Need to Know Before You Choose

Learn the key differences between caskets and coffins, whether you can rent one, what a sealed casket is, what you can put inside, and if you really need one for burial or cremation.
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Can You Fly with Cremated Ashes?

Learn how to fly with cremated ashes safely and legally. Learn about TSA guidelines, urn requirements, documentation, and tips for a stress-free travel experience.
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Can Diamonds Be a Griever’s Best Friend?

There are many ways to remember a loved one. Some people keep cremated remains in an urn or scatter them someplace meaningful.
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Cultural Competency at End-of-Life

See how funeral homes and hospice teams partner to deliver culturally competent care, honoring diverse traditions and supporting families at the end of life.
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Full Body Donation & Cremation Choices

Whole body donation supports medical research and results in free cremation services. Discover the benefits, process, and how to include this meaningful choice in your preplanning.
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Hospice Pioneer, Barbara Karnes Shares Lessons from 'School of Grief'

Barbara Karnes, RN, the "godmother" of hospice, shares insights from her personal journey through grief after losing her husband of 63 years. Discover her wisdom and the story behind her latest book.
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Barbara Karnes’ Self-Care Rituals for End-of-Life Workers

Hospice expert and author Barbara Karnes shares her insight about health, hospice and caregiver self-care and tips for rituals for renewal.
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