Dealing with the death of a loved one is never easy, and it can be especially hard to make decisions about the burial and memorial service. However, the staff at a funeral home can help you with the arrangements so that you have time to focus on family and the grieving process. Here are a few ways funeral directors can help you. 

How Funeral Directors Help 

1. Arrange the Service

Many details go into planning a funeral service, from inviting people to preparing the chapel. A funeral director will make a list of what needs to get done and will use their expertise to ensure you get the memorial service you want. For example, they will help you identify personal touches, secure a plot, and choose a headstone. 

2. Connect Families With Helpful Resources

If you are struggling with the loss, there are many resources that a funeral home director can guide you to. For example, they can help you find a support group or therapist that specializes in grieving, allowing you to learn from the experiences of others and express your emotions in a healthy way. 

3. Write the Obituary

After a difficult loss, it can be hard to concentrate and write an obituary. Funeral directors have a lot of experience writing them, so they can assist you. They will walk you through everything from what to include in the biographical sketch to how to announce the service details. 

4. Prepare the Interment 

There are legal requirements that must be observed when preparing a body for interment. A funeral home director has the knowledge and facilities to take care of this task, and they can also assist with transporting the body to the appropriate location for the service.

When you need help making the arrangements for a loved one, contact the compassionate funeral directors at Arndt Funeral Home LLC. Since opening in 1975, this locally owned funeral home has provided residents of Monroe County, NY, with funeral arrangement and preplanning services. To learn more about how they can help you, visit them online or call (585) 225-6350.