Many things about the death care industry have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the biggest ones is funerals. While some might think it’s a temporary change, it is likely the future of funerals and what we can all expect to see for the indefinite future....
Whether you own a funeral home or another death care industry business, there are many expenses you encounter over the course of a month to keep your business going. One of the considerations that you might make during the purchasing process is whether or not items are tax deductible....
Technology and new concepts are constantly shaping the world around us, and it’s no different within the death care industry. Until now, when many of us thought about death we had two choices to decide between, burial and cremation. One of the new concepts being developed is terramation, or...
As people continue to search for new ways to reduce their environmental impact, the death care industry is also taking note. A new bill in Oregon is determining whether or not human compositing can be legalized as an alternative to cremation, water cremation or traditional burial. What should your...
When your funeral home has been in the family for years, it can be tough to think about anyone else taking it over. However, selling to another family member can be complicated and require special considerations. If you are planning on selling your funeral home to a family member,...
Every business has an obligation to provide their employees with a safe work environment, but funeral homes have unique requirements that come alongside the services that they perform. While there are not specific OSHA regulations targeted at funeral homes, there are many different regulations that apply to them. Here...
Many death care services businesses are looking to diversify their revenue streams in the wake of financial stress from the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the ways that some are branching out is by offering death care for pets. Pet owners today want to show their pet the respect they...
In less than a year, it feels like COVID-19 has touched every industry in a measurable way. One of the industries that has been most impacted is the death care industry. Funeral homes and other death care industry businesses have had profound changes occur amidst the pandemic, from adjusting...
Disaster can strike when you are least expecting it. Prepare in advance to keep your funeral home safe. What is an Emergency Action Plan? An emergency action plan (EAP) is just what it sounds like: a prepared response to any emergency, such as a natural disaster or violent attack....
Funeral homes are directly affected by the opioid crisis, which continues to impact families all over the country. Death care industry professionals must prepare to deal with practical and emotional matters caused by deaths from opioid use. What is the Opioid Crisis? The opioid crisis is the ongoing epidemic...
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