When you are planning or prearranging a funeral, it can be hard to know what questions you should be asking a funeral home. But with a little guidance, you can get through the process and feel confident that the decisions you reach are the right ones for your family. When you’re ready to interview a funeral director about planning or preplanning a service, here are four questions to ask.  

4 Questions to Ask a Potential Funeral Home 

1. What Sets You Apart? 

When you interview a funeral home, learn what makes them stand out from others in the area. For example, are they available for consultations and grief support into the evenings and on weekends? Do they have testimonials to share? What kind of resources do they offer for families whose financial means are limited?

2. What Is the Cost? 

The service you plan should be a service you can afford. Many funeral homes offer packaged services priced for different budgets. You can opt to purchase a package, which usually simplifies the decisions you have to make. Ask for a price list and discuss how insurance will be handled. 

3. How Can the Service Be Personalized?

If your family intends to display photographs at the memorial, make sure that the funeral home has the right equipment for your presentation. If you want recorded music played, ask about their sound system and if a musician—a violinist or pianist—can perform for your guests. If you have any special requests to make the service more meaningful, discuss them with the funeral director to be sure they can be accommodated.

4. How Are Guests Treated? 

Think about who will be attending the service and their comfort. How will guests with special needs be treated? Is the parking lot of sufficient size? Take a look at the restrooms. Ask if there is a kitchen and if beverages can be served. Inspect the premises inside and out, and ask about Wi-Fi access.

For all your funeral planning and prearrangement needs, call on Northcutt & Son Home For Funerals. Since 1976, this family-owned and -operated funeral home has provided funerals, burials, and cremations for families in Morehead, KY, and throughout Rowan County. To learn more about their professional and caring staff and services, visit them online, or reach them by phone at (606) 784-6491.