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Helping Children With The Death Of A Parent
It's never easy to lose a parent, no matter how old you are. Young children, on the other hand, may find the situation particularly traumatic. Parents act as a safety net and a source of stability ...
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Where Do I Apply For Canada Pension Plan Lump-Sum Death Benefit?
The CPP or the Canada Pension Plan is a lump sum payment and the estate or individuals are eligible or receiving this payment after the death of a person. We at Wagg Funeral Home have noticed that ...
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
4 Types Of Cremation: Understanding The Differences
Cremation is slowly becoming the preferred method of disposition after a person’s death. We at Wagg Funeral Home, have seen this trend emerge and while some people opt for it over burial, many don’...
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Friday, September 17, 2021
Important Facts To Know About Green Burials
While people prefer to follow tradition in the funeral services they plan, many families are moving away from conventional norms in this aspect. Some people like to pre-plan their service so that e...
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Monday, August 30, 2021
How Does Proper Goal Setting Aid In The Grieving Process?
Almost all of us will have set some goals for ourselves at some point or during another time. It helps give us some direction and urges us to achieve something. Goal setting gives us the confi...
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Friday, August 20, 2021
Who Is Eligible For Hospice Care?
Hospice care is a service specifically for people suffering from a terminal illness or a low life expectancy. Establishments that provide these services care for the patients, ensuring that they ar...
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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Sending Flowers to the Bereaved
Most people send condolence flowers to families that have lost a loved one and including a letter is part of it. This is a good way to show your support and empathy in their time of grief. Flowers ...
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Monday, July 19, 2021
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Do I Have to Use a Burial Vault for Burial?
When planning a burial, many decisions need to be made, and one of the more common questions is whether or not to use a burial vault. This decision can impact both the cost and the logistics of a f...
Can I Have a Gathering/Visitation Without a Ceremony/Service?
In times of loss, grief can feel overwhelming, and navigating the process of saying goodbye can be challenging. Traditionally, gatherings and visitations have been accompanied by ceremonies or serv...
Visiting a Dying Loved One and Dealing with the Grief
Visiting a dying loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we face. It’s a time filled with emotional turbulence, as we grapple with the imminent loss and the grief that accompanies it. ...
Navigating the Digital Beyond: Preparing for Life After Death in the Digital Age
In today's interconnected world, our digital footprints outlive us, painting a vivid portrait of our lives through social media, emails, and online accounts. As we blend the digital realm into our ...
The Unyielding Pillar: Ethics in Funeral Service
In the tapestry of human existence, few professions carry the weight of solemnity and responsibility quite like that of funeral service. As the custodians of final farewells, funeral directors stan...
What to Do When a Loved One is Nearing the End of Their Life
Nearing the end of life brings changes for everyone involved. It's a time of reflection, a reminder of the nature of our existence, and an opportunity to strengthen the bonds that define our humani...
6 Ways To Personalize Your Loved One's Gravesite
For many, a gravesite serves as a physical place to visit and connect with a loved one who has passed away. While traditional headstones allow for basic engravings of names and dates, we at Wagg Fu...