There is never a good time to talk about funerals and certainly never a comfortable time to start planning one. While it is very taboo to do so, it is best to make arrangements well in advance to save loved one from having to do it during their time to grieve. Here are some things to consider when choosing Funeral Homes in Bel Air.
The first item to consider is the cost of the funeral. Some funeral homes will offer packages and others will charge for each service utilized. All Funeral Homes in Bel Air will have a printed list of fees for services offered. The most basic fees will be for transportation of the body, burial fees, obtaining death certificates, facility use, and cremation services. While all funeral homes will offer caskets, it not required to purchase a casket from the funeral home. While cost will be a big factor in choosing the right funeral home, it should not be the only deciding factor.
The next item to consider is a funeral director. This is the person that will be coordinating and carrying out the very last wishes, so it will be important that there are a good connection and rapport. The funeral director should be incredibly compassionate and understanding but also very efficient and organized. If the funeral director doesn’t seem to understand the needs or wishes, it is best to keep searching for the right funeral home.
The last item to consider is the facility. Is there enough room to accommodate the number of people that may want to come pay their respects? Think about if there will be a wake before the ceremony, where the ceremony will be, and if there is a small room to set up food for grieving family members. There should be ample room for people to gather either in smaller groups throughout the facility or as a larger group. It is also important that family members are not cramped in a room or feel rushed to wrap things up quickly.
Evans Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is ready to answer any questions about the planning process. Feel free to browse the website to get ideas or to see a complete list of services offered.
