Why Pre-plan A Funeral?
Pre planning a funeral is a simple and practical way to support your loved ones emotionally and financially. It allows you to record your wishes clearly, reduce future stress and make important decisions ahead of time. Alongside your will and broader estate planning, pre planning can give your family more certainty and peace of mind. For a clear guide to current service costs, see our pricing guide.
Emotional Benefits
- Pre planning a funeral can give peace of mind. It is an important life matter that, once arranged, does not need to weigh on you in the same way again.
- By pre planning your funeral, loved ones are protected from the unnecessary stress of making difficult decisions during an already emotional time.
- By sharing with your family exactly what you want for your own funeral you are ensuring your service will be as unique as you without any surprises for your family.
Financial Benefits
- Planning ahead can also help families prepare financially and better understand the likely costs involved, even if the funeral is many years away.
- The cost of the pre-paid funeral may help with a government pension or an allowance entitlement.
- A Wilson Family Funerals pre-paid funeral plan is guaranteed. It is a secured investment.
- You can choose to pay in a one lump sum or in regular instalments.
Our experienced team can provide informed recommendations and guide you through the funeral planning process. It will be our privilege to assist you with choices as to cremation or burial; coffin and casket selections; and cemetery or crematorium locations.
FAQs about Pre-Planning a Funeral
1. Why is pre-planning a funeral important?
Pre-planning a funeral is important because it provides peace of mind, ensuring your wishes are known and respected. It relieves your loved ones from making difficult decisions during an emotional time and guarantees that your funeral arrangements are in place according to your preferences.
2. What are the benefits of pre planning a funeral?
The benefits of pre planning a funeral include reducing stress for loved ones, making your wishes clear and giving your family more confidence about what you want. It can also help with financial preparation and make arrangements easier when the time comes.
3. Is pre planning a funeral a good idea?
For many families, yes. Pre planning a funeral can be a good idea because it helps record your wishes, reduces pressure on loved ones and makes future arrangements easier to manage. The right approach depends on your circumstances and what kind of planning you want to put in place.
4. What does pre planning a funeral involve?
Pre planning a funeral usually involves thinking about the type of service you want, recording personal wishes, choosing burial or cremation preferences, and discussing any practical or financial arrangements you may want in place. It can be as simple or as detailed as you like.