FUNERAL HOME & PROBATE SERVICE

Although it is often regarded as a somewhat traditional industry, the funeral sector has undergone significant changes in recent years. As consumer demand for more personal, sustainable, and flexible funeral options has grown, forward-thinking funeral homes have been adapting to meet changing customer expectations.

Then COVID happened. In a time of unprecedented crisis, the sector has been stretched to the limit. An increase in unexpected deaths, restrictions on funeral arrangements, and the financial fallout from the huge probate backlog have put enormous strain on funeral homes and added extra complications for those saying goodbye to their loved ones.

Now more than ever, consumers need more flexible, comprehensive, and integrated after-death services – a professional partnership model that astute funeral service providers embrace.

MAKING LIFE EASIER FOR THE BEREAVED

As the first professional contact families turn to after losing a loved one, funeral directors play a hugely important and often overlooked role in society. It is only when someone must deal with a death that they truly understand and appreciate how indispensable a good funeral service provider is. Not only do they arrange the practical side of the funeral itself, but they also provide that all-important emotional support and a wealth of guidance on the administrative tasks that need to be done.

As anyone who has had to deal with financial affairs following bereavement knows, handling the complex administration involved can be an overwhelming task that comes at an already difficult time.

THE BENEFITS OF PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE FUNERAL AND PROBATE SERVICES

Establishing relationships with other after death service providers has benefits for everyone. Creating a referral pathway to other related professionals not only adds value to the services funeral directors are able to offer families, but perhaps most importantly, it gives consumers a more effective, streamlined and less stressful experience. Although not every family may choose to make use of partner services, giving people additional options enables them to make more informed decisions and know where to access further help should they need it.

At Laurelo, we know first-hand how our partnerships with funeral homes have benefited those who have lost a loved one. In working with us, funeral directors are able to offer integrated probate and estate administration services that allow their families more flexibility, choice and support. Families no longer have the stress of searching for administration services or the worry of how they will manage the workload involved. Instead, they can concentrate their time and energy on processing their grief and starting to move forward.

By working together, we all can enhance our offerings and
help the families in our care.

You can find out more about our professional partners here, or if you’d like to speak to someone about working together, please get in touch with our Laurelo team for an informal chat.

This article is intended to provide information only and does not constitute legal advice. We do not accept any responsibility for any omission or loss as a result of this article.