Shutting Down Social Media Accounts? Here’s a Helpful Guide for Families
I recently got a Facebook message from my deceased father. You read that right ... my deceased father. His Facebook account had been hacked seven years after he passed. Not only was this jarring to see so long after he had died, but it was also avoidable.
Obits Are Alive and Kicking — And Their True Power Is Digital
You’ll learn their full value when you discover what obituaries do, and what they mean to the people who read them.
How ‘Death Tech’ Can Help Funeral Homes Grow
By Leader Contributor Liz Eddy, CEO of Lantern
“We need to do something about death.”
The Latest: What You Need to Know About COVID-19
As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise across the world and our country, funeral professionals are rushing to find answers and solutions to ensure the safety of both their employees and the families they serve.
Coronavirus Spikes Virtual Attendance at Funerals
For over nine years, tech company OneRoom has been live streaming funeral and memorial services to friends and loved ones who are unable to attend in person.
Experts Share Marketing Strategies During the COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an unprecedented era for our nation and world. Situations and circumstances are constantly changing, prompting many of us to rethink or change traditional or normal elements of our lives — even the smallest gestures like hugs and handshakes are currently not deemed to be acceptable.
Leader Links: How Our Industry is Coping with the Coronavirus
With COVID-19 dominating our news cycles, changing our daily routines, and heavily impacting the funeral industry, here’s a look at how different leaders are handling the pandemic.
Passare to Offer Free Online Collaboration Center for 90 Days
With the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak being felt across the nation, many funeral directors are concerned about being able to meet with families in person to make arrangements.
COVID-19 Creates More Need for E-Commerce
We originally came to Florida to conduct our Naples seminar, but now we are secluded in our condo overlooking the beach and a hotel pool. The Florida weather is beautiful, but no one is able to fully enjoy it, as confirmed cases of COVID-19 increase every day, causing consumers’ fears and anxieties to heighten as well.
Creating and Facilitating Virtual End-of-Life Events
The teams at LifeWeb 360 and New Narrative have co-created a free, step-by-step resource guide for funeral directors on how to create virtual gatherings to keep communities together during social distancing.
