10 Ideas Funeral Directors Can Share with Families During COVID-19
More than anyone, those in funeral care understand how beneficial it is to pay tribute when a friend or family member dies. That’s why it’s important to have ideas on hand for families so they can begin the grieving process when normal rituals aren’t possible.
How A TikTok Account About Cleaning Graves Generated Over 1.7 Million Followers
When Caitlin Abrams cleaned a headstone for the first time, she had no idea that her passion project would eventually result in a TikTok account with over 1.7 million followers.
Why Cemeteries Need to Focus on Memorialization Options
By Glenn Gould, CEO of MKJ Marketing
Before we start, let’s get into a little history.
AFMAO Mortuary Specialists Honor America’s Fallen Heroes
America's fallen heroes are taken into the care of Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations, known as AFMAO, at Dover Air Force Base.
‘Tell Me How to Grieve’: Thoughts on Leaning on Ceremony After a Death During...
Without a funeral, what are the hundreds of thousands of families who have lost or will lose a loved one during the pandemic, regardless of cause of death, supposed to do?
Exploring the Natural Complications of the ‘WHYs’ of Funerals During the Coronavirus Pandemic
By Leader Contributor Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.
I often say that when words are inadequate, have a ceremony. However,...
Letter from the Editor: Reflections on Losing a Loved One to COVID-19
My family became members of a club that we never wanted to be part of — those mourning the loss of a loved one who died from COVID-19. She became one of the thousands of people who were taken from this earth too soon.
5 Unique Trends for Memorialization
As our society becomes more individualized and personalization options continue to multiply, you’re missing the mark if you’re still only offering the same services you’ve had for the past 20 years or more.
Should You Advertise During COVID-19?
By Leader Contributor Glenn Gould, CEO of MKJ Marketing
Being recognized represents a challenge for bank robbers, which is...
Make My Donation Changing How People Memorialize Loved Ones
As more and more consumers turn to digital platforms to help them with all aspects of their lives, the deathcare industry is no exception to the rule.