National Cremation Society in Jacksonville, FL is partnering with Azalea Health to sponsor Golf Fore Health and Wellness Day on January 17th from 10am to 2pm at River Bend Golf Links. National Cremation Society in Jacksonville and Azalea Health are the co-sponsors of this event. Azalea Health will be offering free health screenings. Additionally, they Continue reading
NCBS Sarasota to Host Holiday Remembrance Event
National Cremation and Burial Society in Sarasota, FL will be hosting an Annual Holiday Remembrance Event on Wednesday, December 6th at 11am. This memorial event for the dearly departed of the Sarasota community will take place at the National Cremation and Burial Society Sarasota office at 2990 Bee Ridge Road. Family members and guests are Continue reading
National Cremation and Burial Society Fort Myers, FL Serves Over 200 Meals to Families Displaced by Hurricane Irma
On Monday, September 25th, National Cremation and Burial Society in Fort Myers, FL served a community facing devastation from Hurricane Irma by preparing over 200 hot meals for the residents of Citrus Park, FL. The National Cremation and Burial Society (NCBS) Fort Myers team including Jeff Dellatto, Pete DiPaolo, Mykol Figaroa, Marie Hughes, Steve Kittle, Joe Levin, Continue reading
National Cremation Society Port Charlotte Moves Offices
National Cremation Society Port Charlotte is settled into its new home and ready to service families by providing affordable cremation services.
National Cremation Service Hosts Summer Solstice Celebration
Join National Cremation Service as they host an open house for a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday June 21 at 11am.
National Cremation Society Lake Worth Office Relocates to North Palm Beach
National Cremation Society Lake Worth Office Relocates to North Palm Beach To provide compassionate cremation and funeral services to a new community, the National Cremation Society has moved their office in Lake Worth, FL to North Palm Beach, FL. This National Cremation Society office transferred two months ago to their new location at 814 Northlake Continue reading
3 Ways to Honor a Loved One Who Has Passed Away
3 Ways to Honor a Loved One Who Has Passed Away Traditional memorial services capture the essence of a loved one. Each individual brings something unique to this world, so you’ll want the memorial service to be unique to him or her. In the midst of wondering how to plan a memorial service, it can Continue reading
Memorial Services: Telling the Story of a Lifetime
Memorial Services: Telling the Story of a Lifetime During funeral services, it’s not uncommon for friends and family to speak about what their loved one meant to them, but what happens afterward? When the departed has reached his or her resting place, can any following memorial services tell a complete life story? How can you Continue reading
National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL Sponsors Golf Tournament Benefiting Cancer Fighters and Survivors
National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL Sponsors Golf Tournament Benefiting Cancer Fighters and Survivors National Cremation Society is dedicated to assisting families through the toughest times in their lives, so they are proud to sponsor the 19th Annual “Go for the Green” Golf Classic which supports the fighters and survivors of prostate and ovarian cancer. Continue reading
Top 4 Places to Inter Cremated Remains in Florida
Top 4 Places to Inter Cremated Remains in Florida If you’re preparing for an end-of-life ceremony and you’re considering interring cremated remains in the Sunshine State, you’re on the right track. Florida is one of the best states in the U.S. for cremation and memorializing, and not just because of the sun, ocean, and views. Continue reading
The Cost of Cremation vs Burial
Why are more and more people choosing cremation over burial during end-of-life preparations? There’s a lot to unpack in that question: For example, cremation offers more ways to be memorialized, there’s the opportunity for family members to each receive an urn, it’s increasingly embraced by different religions, and its history is just as storied as Continue reading
Tips to Avoid Overpaying for Cremation
The passing of a loved one is an emotional time in anyone’s life. Navigating grief while it is still fresh can push everything else to the back of your mind, including the logistics required to plan and execute a cremation funeral. Unfortunately, arrangements still need to be made, and in such a raw state, it Continue reading
Avoiding Slips and Falls As You Age
When you are young, you hardly worry about the prospect of falling. Generally, the worst that happens is a small bruise, be it on your tailbone or your ego. Even if the fall is more severe than usual, broken bones tend to recover more easily when you’re younger, and you retain a greater independence during Continue reading
End-of-Life Preplanning Needs for Veterans
While everyone should take the time to consider their end-of-life plans with family and loved ones, that process is all the more important for veterans and active service members. That’s because there are a number of circumstances, benefits, and services these men and women will have to take into consideration that don’t apply to the Continue reading
Why Should You Plan A Green Funeral?
These days, eco-conscious decisions can be found in just about every industry. Across the U.S., more and more people are trying to reduce their carbon footprint, limit their pollution, recycle more often, compost their biodegradable trash, and drive in electric cars – or just bike. The funeral industry is no different: Families have begun seeking Continue reading
Five Survivor Benefits for Loved Ones of Deceased Veterans
When a member of the military dies or is permanently injured as a direct result of their service, the government offers their loved ones a variety of benefits. These offerings are administered through the Veterans Benefits Administration and can help provide security during a difficult and tumultuous time. The following are included, according to the VBA’s official Continue reading
How to Write a Will
Writing a will, like so much of end of life planning, can be emotionally difficult. Doing so forces you to confront your own mortality and make tough decisions about how you would like your family to proceed once you are gone. As difficult as this process is, it is necessary, lest succession laws govern how to settle your Continue reading
Three Tips for Talking to Your Parents About End-of-Life Decisions
Having the talk about end-of-life decisions with your parents is no simple feat, as no one wants to think about death. However, planning for the end of your loved ones’ lives can safeguard their well-being and put your mind at ease. Knowing exactly who your parents want making important decisions for them, how they prefer Continue reading
How to Secure a Solid Financial Future for Your Parents With Alzheimer’s
If you’re the primary caregiver for a loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you’ll have to assist in making arrangements to secure their financial future. According to the National Institutes on Aging, although dealing with end-of-life decisions is never easy, legal and medical experts highly recommend that people review their financial arrangements Continue reading
National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL Supports Honor Flight Network
As part of a charity run by Blackston Financial Advisory Group, the National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL staff and other donors were able to raise over $9,000 dollars to benefit The Villages Honor Flight Network Saturday, May 21. “It’s nice to celebrate veterans and what they have done for our country,” said Sara McGovern, Continue reading
National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL Participates in Veterans Health Fair
Staff of the National Cremation Society Fruitland Park, FL office, including service manager Sara McGovern, will be participating in The American Hero’s Health Fair sponsored by Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center. The health fair will occur at the VFW Veterans Village in Fort McCoy on Tuesday, July 12th from 9am to 12pm. National Cremation Society Fruitland Continue reading
National Cremation Society Denver, CO Launches Online Planning Options
National Cremation Society Denver is offering a new, modern way to plan and pay for quality cremation services online. See how easy end-of-life planning can be. As part of its efforts to use technology to benefit its community, National Cremation Society Denver is offering cremation planning and payment options online through an ecommerce website. The Continue reading
Atlanta Cremation Services Partner to Provide CE Course to Healthcare Providers
Atlanta Cremation Services Partner to Provide CE Course to Healthcare Providers National Cremation Service and Neptune Society are working together to provide a complimentary course for nurses looking to gain continuing education credits in Atlanta this July. Mark Musselwhite of Neptune Society in Atlanta, GA and Dorsey Thomas of National Cremation Service in Marietta, GA Continue reading
Helping Those Experiencing a Loss Over the Holidays
Helping Those Experiencing a Loss Over the Holidays Talking to friends who may have lost a loved one over the holiday season can be tricky. Most people don’t know what to say or feel helpless when their friends grieve in front of them. However, those in grief often benefit from the support of friends and Continue reading
Remembering Loved Ones During the Holidays
Remembering Loved Ones During the Holidays It is difficult to lose a loved one, and the holidays can be a painful reminder of those who have passed away. However, remembering your loved one in small ways through the holidays can help to ease the pain and allow you to recover. Below are a few suggestions Continue reading
Hurting Over the Holidays; Ways to Cope with Loss
Hurting Over the Holidays; Ways to Cope with Loss Losing a loved one over the holiday season is heartbreaking. While everyone else is fussing over getting the perfect gift or ensuring they have all the best decorations up, the holiday season can leave the bereaved lonelier and sadder during what most consider the most wonderful Continue reading
National Cremation Society 2015 Winter Holiday Events
National Cremation Society 2015 Winter Holiday Events The holidays are almost here! While some look forward to shopping and participating in winter activities, others are finding simple ways to help the less fortunate among us. For many, ’tis the season to spend time with family and remember loved ones who have passed. Toys for Tots Continue reading
National Cremation Service to Host Open House in Niles, IL
National Cremation Service to Host Open House in Niles, IL National Cremation Service celebrates grand opening with an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony for the surrounding community. Niles, IL (PRWEB) 16, November 2015 National Cremation Service, the nation’s oldest and largest provider of cremation services, will be hosting an open house and ribbon cutting Continue reading
National Cremation Society Celebrates Veterans Day
National Cremation Society Celebrates Veterans Day The National Cremation Society is grateful for the services our brave veterans have provided for the United States of America over the years. To celebrate their achievements and their courage, the National Cremation Society is giving back to veterans through events and giveaways at some National Cremation Society storefront Continue reading
Passing Without a Plan
Passing Without a Plan It may seem hard to conceive, but many Americans pass away in care facilities without any life insurance policy or savings for final arrangements. Often, when a needy senior citizen passes in a care center, the financial burden of a burial, cremation, or any type of service becomes the responsibility of Continue reading
National Cremation Society to Host Open House in Jacksonville, FL
National Cremation Society to Host Open House in Jacksonville, FL National Cremation Society invites the local community to visit and celebrate their new location with refreshments and information. Jacksonville, Florida (PRWEB) 19, October 2015 National Cremation Society, the oldest provider of affordable cremation services in the nation, will be hosting an open house at its Continue reading
What do I do with my National Cremation Society Memento Kit?
What do I do with my National Cremation Society Memento Kit? Upon receiving the Memento Kit that comes with a National Cremation prepaid cremation, many don’t know exactly what to do with it. The Memento Kit has a variety of uses, and it is much more than a fancy box. Here are a few ideas Continue reading
Celebrities Choosing Cremation
Celebrities Choosing Cremation Cremation is a final needs option that’s becoming more popular today. It’s so appealing that even famous celebrities and their families choose it over traditional burial. The benefits of cremation simply cannot be ignored. With National Cremation, this service is affordable, simple, professional, flexible and environmentally-friendly. Here are five celebrities who have Continue reading
The Benefits of Preplanning Cremation and a Living Will
Most people don’t start thinking about their end until they’ve become a senior citizen. Yet life is unpredictable and often uncontrollable. It never plays fair. That’s why adults of any age should seriously consider preplanning their cremation and creating a living will.
National Cremation Service of Atlanta, GA Runs Coffee for Seniors Event
National Cremation Service of Atlanta, GA Runs Coffee for Seniors Event The National Cremation Service of Atlanta, GA is hosting a Coffee for Seniors event at the Spalding County Senior Center through September 30 to provide seniors in the community with coffee and information about National Cremation’s services. Coffee for Seniors started on September 1 Continue reading
What Is Cremation?
What Is Cremation? Because cremation is often more affordable and flexible than traditional funeral and burial options, it has risen in popularity greatly in recent years. However, many families don’t fully understand the cremation process. To educate our National Cremation families and readers on cremation, we’ve created this brief post on the cremation process and Continue reading
Best Grief Books to Help You Heal
Best Grief Books to Help You Heal It takes a lot of courage to heal from the loss of a loved one. For many of us, reading a good book about grief is one of many helpful ways to recover. We at National Cremation believe that each person has a unique way of grieving, so Continue reading
Burials: From Ancient Pyramids to Modern Day Cremation
Burial is a ritual act where we lay our deceased loved ones into the ground, often with fond belongings and prayers or speeches. However, the picture of a traditional burial like this has evolved through the centuries. Now there is much more to burial and many alternatives to this centuries-old human tradition.
Where and How to Get Help When You’re Grieving
To a person undergoing a painful experience such as the loss of a loved one, grief, mourning, and recovery takes time. If your loss is sudden you may feel that you never had the time to plan your loved one’s last wishes. National Cremation understands and guides you through this difficult time. That’s why we offer these grief support resources to help you through your emotional transition.
Funeral or Memorial Services with Cremation
The cremation of a loved one does not end upon the acceptance of his or her ashes. Some prefer setting up a traditional funeral or a memorial service to show how much a family member means. If you’re wondering whether you can have funeral or memorial services with cremation, National Cremation has the answer: Yes, you can.
Am I required by law to use a funeral home?
National Cremation is sometimes asked whether the law requires the use of a funeral home to plan and facilitate a cremation or memorial service. In Oregon and most other states, the short answer is no – the law does not require it. Funeral homes and cremation service providers are governed by both state law as well as the Federal Trade Commission’s Funeral Rule, which states that consumers have the right to only purchase the funeral goods and services they want, including no services if that is their choice.
Summer Open House Hosted by the National Cremation Service of Atlanta
The National Cremation Service of Atlanta is proud to host a summer celebration Tuesday, July 14 to meet the community. Guests are invited to come between 11:30 am and 1:30 pm at the Atlanta storefront located at 1812 Powder Springs Rd SW, Ste. 2111, Marietta, GA 30064 to meet the staff and learn about the National Cremation Service.
What To Do With Pets When their Owner Passes Away
If a pet-owning friend or loved one recently passed away, you may be faced with the question of what to do with the pets they left behind. Unfortunately, every year between 5 and 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters due to the death of their owners. Of these, approximately 3 to 4 million are euthanized (60 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats) when adequate homes cannot be found for them.
Top Five Facts You Should Know About Veterans Funeral and Cemetery Benefits
If you or a loved one served on active duty or in certain reserve branches of the US Armed forces, you may be eligible for a Veteran’s Administration (VA) burial allowance and other benefits as a result of your service to our country. According to Dorsey Thomas, Location Manager of National Cremation Service’s Atlanta office, “The first question I always get asked is, ‘What are VA benefits?’ So many times, veterans and their families are completely unaware of these benefits until the death has already occurred.”
Why Is Cremation Becoming More Popular in the US?
In 1960, only 3.6% of Americans chose cremation. The projected cremation rate for 2015 is astronomically higher at 48.2%. That’s a 1,238.88% increase in the number of people choosing cremation over a span of just 65 years. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the projected cremation rate will continue to rise in the coming years, with 55.8% of Americans expected to choose cremation in 2020 and 70.6% in 2030.
Do Pets Grieve? Dogs and Cats in Mourning
In 1858, Mr. John Gray of Edinburgh, Scotland passed away and was buried in Greyfriars Churchyard. His Skye Terrier, Bobby, spent every night for the next 14 years lying on his master’s grave regardless of rain, hail and snow until his own death in 1872. A statue and water fountain were erected in 1873 to honor Bobby’s devotion.
How to Write an Obituary
Writing an obituary offers a chance to notify others of your loved one’s passing, and is also an opportunity to celebrate life and share what made that person special to those who loved them. Because of this dual purpose, obituary writing often feels challenging, due to the great responsibility that the obituary writer carries both to the person who is gone, as well as to those left behind.
Unique and Meaningful Ways to Scatter Ashes
There is a certain finality to burial that cremation sometimes lacks. As you watch the coffin descend, you’re able to come to terms with the fact that life is over and you must say goodbye. But when you receive your loved one’s remains, there’s still one large unanswered question – what do you do with them?
How to Write a Eulogy
While being asked to deliver a eulogy is an honor, the fear of speaking in public can be overwhelming. Talking about a difficult, stressful, confusing and painful subject like death can often make this fear worse. But take heart in the fact that you were asked to do this because of the close bond you shared with this person. You wouldn’t have been asked if the family didn’t trust you. Their goal is not to make you uncomfortable or make a display of your grief. They’ve asked you because they feel you are best suited to help everyone else say goodbye and remember the good times.
Celebrating Memorial Day 2015: How to Add Meaning to Your Celebration
Memorial Day isn’t just an extra day off work or a reason to decorate your porch with red, white and blue. While many of us will spend the day enjoying the spring weather, possibly attending a barbecue or cookout with friends, family or neighbors, we should all take the time to stop and remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and what we’re actually celebrating.
What is a Cremation Society: Are They All Part of the Same Group?
A cremation society is an organization made up of members who want to ensure their future cremation. Their membership in the society allows them to establish a detailed plan for their memorial and cremation that includes budget, final wishes and any personal arrangements so that their family is spared the pain and struggle of making these arrangements in the difficult time after their passing.
How to Explain Cremation to a Child
For many children, the death of a loved one may be their first experience with the concepts of mortality, death and dying. For others, the death may come at a time when they already understand those concepts, but may not know much about what happens after. In either case, National Cremation recommends that you keep a child’s developmental stage in mind when discussing difficult topics such as death and cremation.
National Cremation Joins the Fight Against Cancer At Relay for Life
April 24 was an unusually hot day, but three new members of National Cremation’s Fruitland Park office spent it in the fight against cancer as part of the Relay For Life movement, which took place at the New Covenant United Methodist Church in The Villages.
National Cremation Service Atlanta Celebrates National Nurses’ Day with Free Breakfast
National Cremation, the nation’s oldest and largest provider of cremation services, celebrates National Nurses’ Day on May 6 with a free doughnut breakfast for nurses. The breakfast will take place from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Dev’s Donuts in Marietta, Georgia. Nurses, hospice workers, student nurses, and other care workers in the nursing profession can join the National Cremation Atlanta’s team at Dev’s, located in the Grove Park Plaza at 1812 Powder Springs Road Southwest, Suite 2115 on May 6 for free doughnuts and the opportunity to learn more about funeral services and end-of-life options such as cremation from the NCS team.
Are funeral and cremation expenses tax deductible?
At National Cremation, our funeral directors are frequently asked whether or not funeral expenses are a tax deductible expense. Although we advise you to consult a tax specialist who can answer this question more fully according to the specifics of your case, there are some general rules to consider when answering this question.
Digital Afterlife: What Happens to Internet Accounts When Someone Dies?
With death comes grief – and a host of other difficult decisions, mundane details and crucial choices. Among the many things you’ll have to deal with are how to access and/or cancel your loved one’s various online accounts and subscriptions. If your loved one has not left a list of usernames and passwords or clear instructions for what they want done with their accounts and who should be in charge of carrying out these final wishes, it can be difficult to know what to do or how to get control.
Getting the Veterans Benefits You Deserve with National Cremation
Eligible military veterans are entitled to certain benefits when it comes to cremation and burial. If your loved one has been an honorably discharged veteran, National Cremation helps you obtain benefits in accordance with the US Department of Veterans Affairs service arrangements.
What Should I Do When a Death Occurs?
When a loved one dies, you’ll have to cope with a wide range of emotions. You may feel shock, confusion, sadness, loneliness, anger, anxiety, guilt, relief or any combination of these. Yet while you’re experiencing these emotions, there are also practical concerns you’ll have to take into consideration. You’ll want to inform family and friends of the loved one’s passing. You’ll have to alert various government agencies and businesses as well. You’ll have to start planning the service, or even make decisions regarding what kind of service to hold if there has been no prearrangement.
How can my family be sure the cremains they receive are mine?
The Cremation Association of North America estimates that in 2015, over 44% of those who pass will choose cremation for their final arrangement. Cremation is an excellent affordable alternative to burial, but sometimes consumers have concerns about the process.
One concern is the possibility of losing or misplacing cremated remains. Dorsey Thomas, Location Manager of National Cremation Service in Atlanta, stated, “National Cremation understands the need to know for certain if the cremains we deliver to your family will be yours. As the nation’s largest cremation services provider and as licensed professionals in our field, we are bound by our ethical and professional obligation to serve individuals and families and to perform our duties to the highest standard of the law. We work hard to uphold the trust of the individuals and families that choose us to help them carry out their last wishes.”
National Cremation Service Atlanta Hosts Complimentary Breakfast for End-of-Life Care Workers
The National Cremation Service, the nation’s oldest and largest provider of cremation services, announces a series of free breakfasts for end-of-life care workers and clergy at Dev’s Donuts in Marietta, Georgia. The breakfasts will take place from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. every Monday morning through the end of March starting on March 16th 2015.
National Cremation Society Celebrates 40 Years of Service
Community Appreciation Party Planned at Clearwater Office Community Appreciation Party Planned at Clearwater Office Clearwater, FL October 14, 2013: America’s oldest and largest cremation service company is giving back to the families who have consistently entrusted them with their final needs. “What we’ve actually done is build relationships over these forty years,” said Donald Politano, Continue reading
