Unfortunately, because of the actions of a few, the funeral service industry has received much attention for wrongdoing and charges of fraud. And consumers need to be aware of the criminal and unethical practices some providers may use and that consumers might face when planning a funeral. As a result, consumers should ask the following questions:
- How reputable is the business
I am considering?
- Does this business operate
with strong consumer standards?
- What are my rights as a consumer?
- How do I know if I am being
offered a fair price?
- How can I ensure the best care
for my loved one?
- How do government regulations protect me?
ALL of these questions are important for consumers to ask. Selected Independent Funeral Homes hopes the information and guide offered in this website serve as valued educational tools for those who are faced with the death of a loved one, family member or friend.
Since 1965, The members of Selected Independent Funeral Homes have followed a Code of Good Funeral Practice that insists on honesty and integrity, especially when consumers need it most. This code of conduct even preceded the federal government’s consumer protection standards.
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