As with many personal decisions, there is no set “right time” for pre-planning funerals. Yet, making the choice to plan your arrangements in advance can relieve your family of handling overwhelming decisions during their time of grief. Many individuals feel pre-planning is a gesture that provides invaluable peace of mind. The compassionate team from Middendorf Funeral Home in Northern Kentucky understands that while no one is eager to consider the topic of mortality, many individuals may benefit from learning more about timeline options for pre-planning funeral arrangements.

One thing to bear in mind is that it’s never too early to plan a funeral. In fact, making important decisions about how you’ll be honored at an early stage in your life can save you from having to revisit the topic later. Even if your services won’t be held for many years, your funeral wishes can be kept on record by the funeral home of your choosing; this way, your surviving loved ones won’t find themselves having to make difficult decisions in the wake of your passing.

Additionally, pre-planning ensures that, even in the event of an unforeseen accident, your wishes will be respected. While it may seem early, some individuals may choose to discuss funeral options around the same time they start thinking about a will. The two processes can go hand-in-hand, because they allow you to consider financial options to prevent your family from having to fund your services.

Of course, while you can choose to plan a funeral at any time, there are some factors which could indicate it may be time to start considering pre-planning soon. Any individuals who are experiencing signs of memory loss, have become terminally ill, or can no longer function independently without medical assistance may wish to speak with a funeral director to ensure their wishes will be respected.

The caring team at Middendorf Funeral Home can walk you through every aspect of pre-planning funeral arrangements to eliminate uncertainties and ease your family’s responsibilities. To set up an appointment with a funeral director, call (859) 341-7800 or visit their facility online.