Plan for the Day.
Why it makes sense to make choices about your future funeral now.
Here’s the truth: selecting a final resting place in advance makes a difficult time become solely about celebrating life and honoring who you are. The alternative is often confusion, disagreement and guesswork. So, it’s smart to make these choices now. That way they’re not made on your behalf, at an emotional moment.
The benefits to your family will be real and appreciated, ranging from spiritual choices to financial assistance. From selecting an ideal permanent memorial, to designing the service, to paying in advance, you can make the day exactly as you imagine it. And your loved ones will know they’re fulfilling your wishes. Which is exactly how they should feel. Keep reading to learn more.
Why Pre-Plan?
Pre-planning your funeral provides peace of mind to you today and to your family tomorrow.
Family Matters: Your family is everything. The last thing you’d want is to put them in a difficult position. A time of loss is already challenging, but your final arrangements don’t have to add to the uncertainty. Pre-planning your service can save your loved ones from having to make decisions while they’re grieving, and they won’t have to guess what you’d want. Making pre-arrangements is the responsible thing to do.Personal Service: Funeral and burial services are an important part of the grieving process. For a lot of people, they provide a sense of closure and the right kind of ceremony is essential. But it is difficult to make the service as meaningful as it should be, in such a short amount of time. By making those plans now, including choosing songs and selecting readings, you will have the kind of service you want, for everyone you love. In addition, you can design a beautiful permanent memorial. That way, your family will have a dedicated place to reflect and remember.Financial Relief: Funeral services are often an unexpected expense. But they do not have to be. You can choose to fund your pre-arranged plans now, and the costs will be locked in for the future, even if prices for various services and products increase. You don’t have to pre-pay if you pre-plan, but it is the best way to take the financial burden off your family. It is definitely a smart option to consider.
What's Involved In Pre-Planning a Funeral?
One of our pre-planning specialists will sit down with you and your family, either at one of our locations, or your home, and discuss all your available options. They will gather funeral service requests, vital statistics, military records, insurance information, emergency contact information, and any other special instructions. Once the plans are complete, they will be stored safely at our facility, free of charge, until the time of need.
What Does It Cost To Pre-Plan a Funeral?
Individuals can pre-plan a funeral at no cost to them. The arrangements will be available at the time of need. Many individuals wish to pre-fund their funeral, so the financial burden doesn’t fall of their loved ones. Typically, pre-funded plans involve a cash purchase of an insurance policy, designed to increase over time, to keep pace with any increases in funeral costs. Our inflation-proof and price-guaranteed pre-funded plans are offered through National Guardian Life Insurance Company. Payment programs are also available.
Start Planning Now
To start the pre-planning process, you can fill out our pre-planning form. Or feel free to reach us by phone any time, and one of our consultants will help guide you through every option.
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