Your family is everything. So the last thing you'd want is to put them in a difficult position. A time of loss is a time of confusion, but your final arrangements don't have to add to the uncertainty. Planning your services can save your loved ones from having to make decisions while they're grieving. They won't have to guess what you'd want. Making pre-arrangements is the responsible thing to do. Instead of getting bogged down in details, your family will be able to focus on celebrating your life.

Funeral and burial services are an important part of the grieving process. For a lot of people, they provide a sense of closure. So the right kind of ceremony is essential. But it's difficult to make the service as meaningful as it should be, in such a short amount of time. By making those plans now, including choosing songs and selecting readings, you'll have the kind of service you want, for everyone you love. In addition, you can design a beautiful permanent memorial. That way, your family will have a dedicated place to reflect and remember.

Funeral and cemetery services are often an unexpected expense. But they don't have to be. You can choose to fund your prearranged plans now, and most of the funeral costs can be locked in for the future. You don't have to prepay if you preplan, but it is the best way to take the financial burden off your family, so it's definitely a wise option to consider. Also, please know that your payments and plans can be adjusted later, should your wishes change over time. There's nothing to regret by going through the process now. Your decisions don't have to be final.