Brookfield, Wis.  – The Funeral Service Foundation is now accepting applications and submissions for NFDA Virtual International Convention & Expo scholarships, academic scholarships and Career Development Awards. NFDA Virtual NFDA International Convention & Expo Scholarships The Funeral Service Foundation is awarding up to 100 full registration scholarships to qualified applicants to attend the virtual convention. […]

FAMILIES CAN RECEIVE UP TO $1,200 TO HELP WITH BURIAL OR CREMATION SERVICES. Maricopa County Funeral Assistance provides help for grieving Maricopa County families who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and have recently lost a loved one. Through the program, families can qualify for up to $1,200 to be applied to burial or […]

Brookfield, Wis. – A global pandemic. Social distancing. Masks. During a year when many people have felt more disconnected than ever, the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is saying “Let’s reconnect!” during the 2020 Virtual International Convention & Expo. During the association’s first-ever all-virtual convention, attendees will come together October 20-22 for three days of […]

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Funeral Innovations recently interviewed AFCCA Member, Trish Hansen Kerr from Hansen Mortuary, about how comfort dogs are making a difference at their firm. Each week Funeral Innovations releases a new video as part of our interview series called Trends, Tips, and Technology where we chat with industry leaders on insights for excellence in service. 

Resources Provided by Dave Petermeier, Coldspring (DPetermeier@coldspringusa.com) Here are some resources that may be helpful to you when creating online meetings and ramping up your virtual pre-need sales. Continue Meeting your family needs with technology Meeting with families and assisting them to memorialize a loved one is an important aspect of their journey.  In these […]