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What is The Philosophy of Hospice Care?
Sometimes, dying can be slow, inevitable, and often emotionally draining. It takes its toll on the patient as well as their family members, making it the most painful journey for everyone involved....
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Thursday, June 21, 2018
How to Talk to Your Loved Ones About Your Final Wishes
It’s difficult to discuss your final wishes with a loved one because death is such a sensitive topic. It can cause a lot of pain and grief to people left behind, which is why most hesitate to bring...
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Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Cremation vs. Burial - How to Decide Which is Best?
Both cremations and burials are legal and ancient methods for disposing of a body. People have been cremating their loved ones for thousands of years and burying them for even longer. Deciding whic...
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Friday, May 25, 2018
4 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need to Know
Attending funerals is a way to say goodbye to a deceased friend or acquaintance and offering comfort to grieving individuals. It shows people the decedent was well-loved, which offers some consolat...
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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
How to Write an Obituary Notice
An obituary or a death notice is a formal announcement placed on local publications to inform people of someone’s passing. A death notice is short, practical, doesn’t require many details aside fro...
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Tuesday, April 24, 2018
What Goes Into the Expense of a Standard Funeral?
Funerals are a long process that involves a small group of professionals and a couple of different establishments. You need to hire a funeral director, reserve a place in a burial ground, need spac...
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Monday, April 16, 2018
How Does Proper Goal Setting Aid in the Grieving Process
Most people set goals for themselves at some point in their lives. It helps them have some purpose and encourages them on to achieve something. In fact, goal setting is a very important aspect of d...
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Tuesday, March 27, 2018
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Sending Flowers To The Bereaved
The homes of those in mourning traditionally receive sympathy flowers from family and friends. People also send flowers to funerals as a mark of respect to the departed soul. It can be challenging ...
Cremation Vs. Burial Costs | Funeral Homes in Surrey BC
Although cremation has been available for centuries, it is still a relatively uncommon funeral choice in the U. S. as an alternative to traditional funerals. Cremation piques people's interest prim...
What Are Basic Cremation Services?
If you've never had to arrange a funeral ceremony before, you might not have thought about the numerous cremation services offered. If all of your relatives choose burial, you might not have any pr...
Care Essentials While Grieving The Loss Of A Loved One
Dealing with the loss and grief of the death of someone close to you can be difficult. Grief is an individual journey that each person must take on their terms. We at Arbutus Funeral Service unders...
Can I Have A Gathering/Visitation Without A Ceremony/Service?
If a family member or close friend has passed away, you need to start thinking about making arrangements for the funeral services. Death is inevitable, but perhaps you've never had to cope with the...
Are All Caskets The Same Size?
Several clients of Arbutus Funeral Service have questions regarding the dimensions of caskets and are curious to know whether or not they are all identical in size. Caskets are available in varying...
Ambiguous Grief and How to Deal With It
A wide range of emotions and circumstances can contribute to a person's feeling of ambiguous grief. Those who have lost a loved one are the ones who suffer the most apparent symptoms of grief. Ther...
