Pre-Planning
Pre-Planning
No one likes to think about death, let alone plan for it. In many families, discussing one’s mortality is an extremely uncomfortable topic. However, it is a topic that should be discussed and planned for well in advance of your death. By pre-planning your cemetery arrangements, you relieve your family of having to make important decisions during a period of great stress and grief— a time when people aren’t thinking very clearly and may not know what to do because you never made your wishes known.
It’s easy to say, “Don’t make a fuss. I don’t want a ceremony. Just bury me and be done with it.” However, it is important to realize that the ritual of a memorial service isn’t for the deceased but for the living. It is a time when friends and family can gather together to grieve openly, to provide support for one another, and to celebrate the times that were shared. Pre-planning your cemetery needs can be very informal, and as simple as following our pre-planning checklist and sharing your wishes with a family member. More formal arrangements in the form of a preneed contract can be set up with a Family Service Counselor.
Pre-planning, when done properly, can give you peace of mind because you know that your arrangements are ready and pre-funded.
By pre-planning your cemetery needs, you can:
- make all the arrangements during a time of peace and not leave them to your family during their time of grief
- make your wishes known
- control the cost of your funeral and protect from inflation
- ensure that personal records are organized and easy for your survivors to locate
- protect your insurance so that it provides for your survivors and not for funeral expenses
- provide protection in case the need arises before it is expected
A Place of Peace, A Legacy of Love
Graceful Spaces for Remembrance and Reflection
There are few choices in life as meaningful as selecting a final resting place — a space where memories live on and loved ones can return for peace, reflection, and healing. It is a deeply personal decision, one that echoes through generations as families gather to honor, remember, and celebrate the life of someone dear.
At Hill Haven Memory Gardens, we offer a setting of serenity, beauty, and dignity. Our carefully landscaped grounds, filled with natural beauty and quiet charm, provide a tranquil place for meditation and remembrance. Each of our gardens reflects unique symbolism and offers a comforting environment where families can find solace and connection during every season of life.
