There’s almost nothing more painful than losing a loved one, and when it comes to the funeral or cremation service in Daytona Beach, FL, if there’s no set plan in place, this can cause more problems and stress than anything else. If you or your loved one have never had to preplan, it might be confusing why this is necessary and which ways to do it. Having the proper knowledge can help make the process easier, so here are some starting places.
Why is Preplanning Essential?
One of the main aspects of preplanning that makes it such a vital resource is it alleviates the extra stress placed upon loved ones if they’re not prepared with detailed information about the services. It can even cause turbulence with family members while deciding what the correct details are for the loved one. Taking the time to make sure specific time details are in place and the funding to help pay for the event can alleviate a lot of the extra stress intention that can arise without these.
The Process
To get started, the first thing you or the individual planning will want to do is figure out specific details for the event. With all the options available on the market, it may be hard to make a decision, so here are some starting points:
- Will there be a reception?
- Is the event going to require a clergy?
- Will there be a eulogy reading?
- Will there be a cremation or burial service (or both)?
- If there’s a burial service, will a grave liner be required?
- Will there be a hearse procession?
- What kind of casket or urn is preferred?
- What kind of decoration or flowers will there be?
Because of the demands of society today, there are far more available options than there used to be, so planning the event is more about who the individual is and what they want to be showcased at the service. One good starting place is to check with a local funeral home or crematory to see what options they have so you can better understand the budget needed for the details.
The other thing to consider is how the event will be paid for, and there are options you can utilize, such as:
- savings accounts
- trust funds
- insurance policy’s
- prepaid contracts
- government agencies such as Social Security Administration
A Commitment to Value and Quality
Another thing you will want to do is make sure you have all your documentation to be needed by loved ones, such as birth certificates or marriage certificates. The process of having all the information laid out can make it that much easier for individuals as they go through the process of grief when it comes to scheduling the event.
Baldauff Family Funeral Home and Crematory focuses on the families within our community and creating an event that truly honors our clients loved ones. We offer multiple options for funeral or cremation service in Daytona Beach, FL, and would love to help you through the process, so contact us today to make an appointment.
