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Helpful Tips for Battling Senior Isolation and Loneliness amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the numbers of those infected with COVID-19 grow, the dangers rise for America’s vulnerable populations. The elderly are at risk for the most severe consequences, so it’s essential to make every...
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Grief Support Groups: Get to Know the Positives and the Pitfalls
Are you considering joining a grief support group? Maybe it’s something that you’ve thought about but are just now considering seriously. Or perhaps finding a bereavement group was suggested to you...
Monday, March 23, 2020
Creative Ways to Use Cremated Ashes to Honor Your Loved One
Over the last decade, cremation has become the preferred funeral option in the United States. By 2040, it’s expected that cremation will represent an astonishing 80% of all end-of-life dispositions...
Friday, March 20, 2020
Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services is Prepared to Safely Care for Our Families During the COVID-19 Health Emergency
While our nation continues to develop its response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services remains committed to providing the highest quality of care to families in...
Monday, March 16, 2020
The Protocol for Funeral Processions: Ten Things You Should Know
A key part of good funeral etiquette involves following the protocols for the procession. Even if you’ve never participated in one, chances are that you’ve seen a funeral procession—also known as a...
Sunday, March 8, 2020
Six Important Things to Consider When Choosing an Urn
When you’re searching for a cremation urn for your loved one’s remains, it’s important to get it right. You may be surprised by the endless array of options available.
From modest wooden boxes to...
Sunday, March 1, 2020
Six Ways You Can Help a Loved One Cope with Hearing Loss
When someone you love experiences hearing loss, your interactions with them may begin to change. Conversations that once felt easy may now be rife with frustration and misunderstanding.
The ...
Sunday, February 16, 2020
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Are Your Home and Car Winter-Ready? 10 Essential Winter Safety Tips
What winter safety tips can help you prepare your home and car for the challenges of hazardous seasonal conditions?
Winter weather can arrive quickly and bring real safety risks along with it. Fro...
It’s American Heart Month: Eight Simple Steps That Make a Big Difference
February is American Heart Month, a time to consider how everyday habits can support long-term health.
Heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death in the United States, but many of th...
What Documents Do You Need Before Meeting With a Funeral Director?
What information is most helpful to have before meeting with a funeral director?
Funeral planning often begins with a conversation many people have never had before. While paperwork is part of the...
What Decisions Need to be Made During the Funeral Planning Process?
The funeral planning process requires a number of decisions, many of which need to be considered in a short period of time.
When those choices are unfamiliar, it can be hard to know what needs att...
What Are 8 Everyday Habits That Can Improve Your Health in 2026?
If you’re looking to improve your health in 2026, small daily habits can make a meaningful difference over time.
Simple, repeatable actions often have a greater long-term impact than dramatic life...
What Are the Most Important Factors to Look For When Choosing a Casket?
Choosing a casket is one of the most meaningful decisions a family makes when planning a funeral or memorial service.
For many people, this choice is rooted in deep traditions of dignity, honor, a...
Wondering What to Bring to a Funeral or Celebration of Life? Here Are 8 Comforting Choices
If you are unsure about what to bring to a funeral or celebration of life, choose something that honors the life being remembered and offers support to the grieving family.
Funerals, celebrations ...
