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What Do VA Death Benefits Cover: Explore Funding Options

Understand what the VA pays for in a Veteran’s funeral, including burial or cremation placement, and what families must cover. Learn about funding options to honor Veterans affordably.

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The Epic Impact of Gratitude, Even When Facing Life's Final Chapter

Though it sometimes may be hard to find, gratitude is a practice that’s at the heart of this season.
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Five Lessons for Funeral Consumers from the Big Lebowski

A beloved scene in the cult classic movie “The Big Lebowski” provides some lessons about the end of life and ways to remember a loved one who has died.
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The 5 Levels of Assisted Living for Seniors Explained

Discover 10 rituals to honor loved ones during the holidays, offering meaningful ways to navigate grief and create lasting memories.
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The 13 Places You Absolutely Must Notify After Someone Dies

Ensure you're covering all necessary steps after a loved one's passing with this comprehensive 13-point notification checklist.
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Thank You Cards Made Easy: What to Say After a Funeral

Discover thoughtful tips for writing funeral thank-you notes, including etiquette for printed and digital messages, sample wording, timelines, and heartfelt ways to express gratitude.
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Your Guide to 18 American Funeral Traditions

Explore 18 American funeral traditions, from viewings to military honors, and decide which ones reflect your values and wishes for a meaningful farewell.
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Writers Share Tips On Crafting a Memorable Obituary

Get writing advice from expert storytellers on crafting an obituary that captures your loved one’s life and legacy.
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Working to Bring More Equity to the End

Learn how one woman is fighting to bring equity, diversity, and inclusion to hospice care, ensuring underserved communities receive compassionate end-of-life support.
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Women a Growing Presence in Death Care

More women are shaping the future of funeral service as directors, death doulas, and industry leaders. Learn how they’re modernizing death care with compassion and innovation.
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Why You Should Have a Funeral (Even if You Don’t Want One)

A surprising number of people who visit our funeral providers tell us they don’t want a funeral, visitation, or memorial service of any kind.
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Why You Can’t Find an Obituary (and What to Do)

Can’t find an obituary for a loved one? Learn the common reasons why and discover how to write a meaningful tribute using our free online obituary tool.
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Why We Observe Memorial Day

Discover the history and meaning of Memorial Day, the role of red poppies, and respectful ways to honor fallen U.S. service members each May.
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