The Love Always Project

06/28/2024

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06/23/2024

Don’t wait until the last minute.

Communication within the family is extremely important because it enables members to express their needs, wants, and concerns to each other.

Open and honest communication creates an atmosphere that allows family members to express their differences as well as their love and admiration for one another.

Your loved ones are important to you, and you may want their input on your memorial services.

06/23/2024

Grief and gratitude are two emotions people often do not put into the same sentence.

Living in grief and gratitude is not about being grateful when someone we love dies. The concept is more deeply rooted in being grateful for the time that we did have with our loved ones while being thankful for the memories that remain with us after their death.

Do you agree with this concept?

06/22/2024

Many of us assume that our families know what we would want to happen if we became incapacitated or died suddenly. But the reality may be that they don’t know.

It is important for you to make your wishes known to your loved ones and healthcare providers as soon as possible. Your family and caregivers will need time to prepare for your passing and ensure that your wishes are carried out.

Have you thought about how you’d like to spend your final days?

01/06/2023

Ask anyone who has preplanned their own funeral, and they’ll say the first step is realizing the prospect of dying is not an ‘if” but a “when.”

By modifying a short little word, you can motivate yourself to take the steps necessary to plan, shop and pay in advance for the type of funeral plan that best suits your needs. This shift in mindset even provides an opportunity to discuss your family’s needs for a truly better farewell.

Not sure where to start when planning your funeral?

Visit https://www.lovealwaysproject.org/join-the-movement

Join the movement today and receive a free digital copy of A Guide to Funeral Planning, a resource that will help you start considering how you’d like to be remembered.

Join the growing number of people who have made the conscious decision to accept, embrace—and plan for—their inevitable mortality to help minimize our loved ones’ pain during their time of grief and mourning.

01/04/2023

On a recent episode of Finding Beauty in the Gray, our Dean Lambert spoke about the importance of preplanning your funeral.

Finding Beauty in the Gray is a podcast for everyone in or approaching their retirement years.

Check it out here: https://www.findingbeautyinthegray.com/1934765/11740553-love-beyond-a-lifetime-dean-lambert-and-the-love-always-project

12/30/2022

It's that time of year again when we reflect on the past twelve months and set resolutions for the year ahead. If you're grieving the loss of a loved one, this New Year's can be especially tough.

But although the person you love is no longer physically present, their memory continues to live on through you. This year, make it a resolution to find time to remember your loved one through meaningful activities that honor them.

It could be something as simple as making a scrapbook of your favorite memories together or planting a tree in their memory. Or maybe you could volunteer for a cause that was important to them.

What matters is that you take the time to reflect on your loved one and keep their memory alive. By doing so, you'll be able to start the New Year with a sense of peace and healing.

https://whatsyourgrief.com/a-new-years-resolution-for-grievers/

I resolve to take you with me into the new year and then every day after that. I’ll hold onto memories of you, each a separate thread connected to our life together. I’ll jumble them up into a ball, so I’m not constantly getting tangled in the past. […]

12/30/2022

After more than seven years in real estate, Jon took a leap of faith and began his career in the funeral industry in 2011.

Jon experienced the passing of his father and the emotional stress of planning his funeral. Through that experience, he understood the need for individualized preplanning and aftercare services.

Jon opened up about his experience and caring for his siblings after the loss of his father on a recent episode of the Grief Is My Side Hustle Podcast.

Listen in to the show here: https://meghanrjarvis.podbean.com/e/jon-lefrandt-caring-for-siblings-after-the-death-of-his-father/

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Jon Lefrandt is Co Founder and CEO of For Grief   After more than seven years in real estate, Jon took a leap of faith and began his career in the funeral industry in 2011. Jon experienced the passing of his father and the emotional stress of planning his ...

12/25/2022

Christmastime is typically a joyous time filled with family gatherings and celebrations.

Many families face the holiday season grieving a loved one, which can be very difficult. There are many meaningful ways to celebrate this holiday while providing a space for remembrance.

💙 A simple way to reconnect would be to send a holiday card to your client families with a short, personalized note letting them know you’re thinking of them.

💙 Host a holiday memorial service, tree lighting or candlelight vigil, which provides a meaningful way to support these families and give them the outlet to share memories of their loved ones.

💙 Sponsor a family in need during the holiday season and invite families to help donate gifts, food or monetary donations in honor of their loved ones.

Wishing you a warm and happy holiday season.

12/23/2022

The holidays are a special time of year when we celebrate the things that are important to us.

For many people, the holidays are a time to get together with family and friends, exchange gifts and enjoy festive meals. But for some people, the holidays can be a difficult and emotional time.

If you have a family member or close friend who is dealing with an illness, the holidays may be more about feelings and memories than traditions.

Take the time to talk to your loved one about their illness and how it is affecting them.

This can be a difficult conversation, but it will help you to understand their needs and how you can best support them. The holidays are a time for us to come together and support one another.

12/21/2022

More than half of Americans are considering a green burial.

And 72 percent of cemeteries are reporting an increased demand, according to a survey by the National Funeral Directors Association.

In a typical green burial, the body is not cremated, prepared with chemicals or buried in a concrete vault. It is simply placed in a biodegradable container and interred in a gravesite to decompose fully and return to nature.

It’s a way to limit your carbon footprint even after you’re gone.

Would you consider a green funeral?

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/22/smarter-living/green-funeral-burial-environment.html

A typical American funeral usually involves a few hallmarks we’ve come to expect. But how necessary are those embellishments?

12/20/2022

Silent grief is when people feel they need to carry their pain alone.

It usually happens when a person feels others won't be receptive to their pain.

Silent grief can occur for several different reasons. The most common causes of silent grief are when:

💙 The type of loss isn't acknowledged or is stigmatized.

💙 The loss isn't seen as significant or important to others.

💙 The circumstances of the death are denied or questioned.

💙 The loss and feelings surrounding it are judged by others.

Those suffering from silent grief tend to isolate themselves, compounding the loneliness many feel after losing a loved one.

As a result, people with silent grief are at risk of developing depression or prolonged grief disorder from a lack of support, connection and emotional validation.

You are not meant to carry it alone.

Find resources on our blog:

https://www.lovealwaysproject.org/post/what-is-silent-grief

Silent grief is an isolating condition that makes dealing with loss even more difficult. Learn what silent grief is, including common causes, how to recognize it and ways to cope: Read on.