A Practical Checklist
Things to ask when selecting a funeral home:
Are you a locally owned funeral home?
Are you a member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes?
What types of services could I receive here if there is life insurance or pre-paid arrangements were made?
What are the necessary steps, materials and/or government regulations to consider when pre-arranging a funeral?
Am I able to customize the funeral service I want for the deceased?
What kinds of funeral packages do you offer?
Materials to pick up while at the funeral home:
- A general price list (GPL) and list of services
- A copy of price list for caskets, urns, etc., if not included in the GPL
- A written memorandum of charges, if funeral goods and services are agreed upon or purchased
Helpful Funeral Information
What You Should Know as a Consumer
----Smart Consumer Information
----FTC "Funeral Rule"
----Funeral Homes vs. Other Options
----Independent Ownership
----vs. National Chains
Funeral Service Guides
----Step-by-Step Guide
----Arranging a Funeral
----A Practical Checklist
----Your Grieving Experience
----A Friend's Guide to Funerals
----Religious Funeral Practices