A Funeral Directors Gift to the Living
Business trends and social standards are constantly changing. In
fact, our entire universe revolves around change. But in funeral
service, there is one belief that remains constant for funeral directors,
and that is the undeniable belief that "funerals are for the
living."
Today's healthier lifestyles and ongoing advancements in science and
medicine mean people are living longer. At the same time, our
society has come to have less and less experience with the "dying
process" than did our ancestors. People no longer know what to
expect when death occurs. They don't know who to turn to for answers
when someone dies. Our communities have gotten larger. In
addition, our churches have gown in size. In many instances, it is
not physically possible for the clergy to meet the needs of their
congregations. Not surprisingly, numerous support groups have
emerged, helping people to find the answers and to understand their
feelings. It is only natural that people turn to the funeral
director - the person, in their minds, who is the expert in handling
death.
People today are looking to the funeral director for guidance not just
in arranging the funeral, but also in coping with grief. After all
we've said the "funeral is for the living," so doesn't that mean
the funeral director will help people go on living after the death of a
loved one? Because of these changes, the funeral director must reach
out to families and the community in new and different ways.
O'Quinn-Peebles is reaching out by offering a variety of resources
which cover a wide range of topics and issues. No two people are
alike, and no two people grieve alike - that is why our aftercare is so
varied. Individuals can pick a resource that is convenient and
appropriate for them.
Web-site - available 24 hours and offering information
in the privacy of your home
Lending Library - a collection
of books covering a range of topics
The Harbor - a bi-monthly
newsletter with articles and resources
Christmas Memorial Service - an annual event addressing
grief and the holidays
Bereavement Programs - Meetings designed to provide
information and fellowship for the bereaved
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