EXPERT ADVICE ON CHOOSING A FUNERAL HOME FOR AD NEED OR PRE NEED ARRANGEMENTS
By Jeff Hardwick; Funeral Director, Embalmer, Managing Partner of Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home. Funeral experience since 1979.
Whether it is Traditional Burial, Cremation or Pre-Need Arrangements, DON’T ALWAYS RELY ON THE TOP 3 REASONS FOR SELECTING A FUNERAL HOME & I’LL TELL WHY……..The top 3 considerations when choosing a funeral home have always been.
Reputation: Many of my friends recommended this funeral home.
Convenience: Most families would like a location that is close to my home for the convenience of family.
Previous Experience: This funeral home is the one my family always used.
Reputation, Convenience & prior experience have always been important when selecting a funeral home, but should not be the only considerations in today’s world. WHY?????? Things change…… Maybe it’s not the same funeral home it used to be and maybe it’s not the same people managing the business. With that in mind, before you make your decision in the future; consider these additional reasons & then you will be able to make the right decision.
Size of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home that it spacious enough to accommodate your family.
Appearance of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home that has a comfortable atmosphere for visitation. Make sure it is neat & clean. Make sure there is ample seating, adequate lighting & climate control.
Exterior of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home with a building that is well maintained. Make sure there are convenient parking options with plenty of parking available. Make sure it is accessible.
Funeral Directors & Staff: Make sure that they pleasant & knowledgeable. Make sure they have the confidence in their ability to help & support your decisions. Make sure they have the experience needed for you to have full trust in their abilities.
Dollars & Sense: Ultimately you control the cost of a funeral by the choices you make. Make sure the funeral home you select will assist you in creating a service that meets all of your needs, including your budget. Make sure the funeral home you select will guarantee the Value you receive from the service rendered will far out way any cost paid.
By Jeff Hardwick; Funeral Director, Embalmer, Managing Partner of Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home. Funeral experience since 1979.
Whether it is Traditional Burial, Cremation or Pre-Need Arrangements, DON’T ALWAYS RELY ON THE TOP 3 REASONS FOR SELECTING A FUNERAL HOME & I’LL TELL WHY……..The top 3 considerations when choosing a funeral home have always been.
Reputation: Many of my friends recommended this funeral home.
Convenience: Most families would like a location that is close to my home for the convenience of family.
Previous Experience: This funeral home is the one my family always used.
Reputation, Convenience & prior experience have always been important when selecting a funeral home, but should not be the only considerations in today’s world. WHY?????? Things change…… Maybe it’s not the same funeral home it used to be and maybe it’s not the same people managing the business. With that in mind, before you make your decision in the future; consider these additional reasons & then you will be able to make the right decision.
Size of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home that it spacious enough to accommodate your family.
Appearance of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home that has a comfortable atmosphere for visitation. Make sure it is neat & clean. Make sure there is ample seating, adequate lighting & climate control.
Exterior of the Funeral Home: Select a funeral home with a building that is well maintained. Make sure there are convenient parking options with plenty of parking available. Make sure it is accessible.
Funeral Directors & Staff: Make sure that they pleasant & knowledgeable. Make sure they have the confidence in their ability to help & support your decisions. Make sure they have the experience needed for you to have full trust in their abilities.
Dollars & Sense: Ultimately you control the cost of a funeral by the choices you make. Make sure the funeral home you select will assist you in creating a service that meets all of your needs, including your budget. Make sure the funeral home you select will guarantee the Value you receive from the service rendered will far out way any cost paid.