Losing a spouse is without a doubt a traumatic experience to go through. It can be hard to actually sit down and plan a funeral for someone whom you cared about so deeply. However, the compassionate staff at Beecher & Bennett in Hamden, CT, will help with funeral arrangements and more every step of the way, ensuring you receive the assistance and support you need throughout this difficult time.

Here are three tips on how to plan a funeral and move forward after the loss of your spouse:

• Consider Your Spouse’s Wishes: Funerals are a way for family and loved ones to say goodbye. If your spouse had specific wishes for the funeral arrangements, incorporating them into the service will be a comforting way to remind yourself that you will always have a piece of your spouse with you.
• Review Your Cash Flow Needs: It is important to review your cash flow needs to determine what, if anything, should be changed about your lifestyle. Follow up on any life insurance policies and assess your financial situation moving forward so you know how to maintain the standard of living you were used to when your spouse was still alive.
• Settle The Estate: An attorney will help you tackle the legal side of things, and an accountant will be able to file the tax return for your spouse. Taking care of these tasks is an important part of taking care of yourself as a new widow. There are a lot of legal decisions to make following the death of a spouse, and it is in your best financial interests to settle them as soon as you can — especially if it was a fairly large estate or if your spouse had children who were not yours.

It’s never easy to plan a funeral, but the staff at Beecher & Bennett will handle the arrangements for you so you can focus on spending time with your family while you grieve. Visit their website to learn more about their funeral services in Meriden, West Haven, and Hamden, CT. You can also call them at (203) 288-0800 if you have any questions about how to plan a funeral.