A thoughtful gift for your loved ones and peace of mind for yourself.
Pre-planning your funeral arrangements is a responsible and caring decision that provides numerous benefits for both you and your family. At Brooklyn Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services to help you make informed decisions about your final arrangements in a calm, pressure-free environment.
By planning ahead, you ensure that your wishes are known and followed, while relieving your loved ones of difficult decisions during their time of grief. Our compassionate staff will guide you through the process, helping you create a meaningful plan that reflects your preferences and values.
Pre-planning offers significant advantages for you and your family.
Pre-planning provides the comfort of knowing your final wishes will be carried out exactly as you desire. You'll have the satisfaction of knowing you've made important decisions that will help your family during a difficult time.
When you pre-plan, you spare your loved ones from having to make difficult decisions while grieving. Your family won't have to guess what you would have wanted or worry about making the "right" choices during an emotionally challenging time.
Pre-planning allows you to make financial arrangements for your funeral, protecting against inflation and ensuring funds are available when needed. This can prevent your family from facing unexpected financial burdens during their time of grief.
By clearly documenting your wishes, you help prevent potential disagreements among family members about funeral arrangements. Your pre-plan serves as a guide for your loved ones, ensuring everyone knows and respects your preferences.
Pre-planning gives you the opportunity to make unhurried, well-considered decisions about your funeral arrangements. You'll have time to explore options, compare costs, and create a plan that truly reflects your wishes and values.
Pre-planning allows you to shape how you'll be remembered. You can specify elements that reflect your personality, values, and life story, creating a meaningful tribute that celebrates your unique journey.
Our simple process helps you create a comprehensive funeral plan tailored to your wishes.
Meet with one of our experienced funeral directors to discuss your wishes and preferences. This no-obligation consultation provides an opportunity to ask questions, explore options, and begin thinking about the type of funeral service you desire.
We'll guide you through the various service options available, including traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial services, and burial choices. We'll explain each option in detail, helping you understand the benefits and considerations of each.
Discuss ways to personalize your service to reflect your unique life, values, and personality. This may include music selections, readings, photo displays, video tributes, special mementos, or other meaningful elements that tell your life story.
We'll carefully document all your preferences and decisions in a comprehensive pre-planning record. This detailed plan will serve as a guide for your family and our staff when the time comes to implement your arrangements.
If you choose, we can discuss options for pre-funding your funeral arrangements. Pre-funding can protect against inflation, ensure funds are available when needed, and may offer certain financial and Medicaid advantages depending on your situation.
Receive copies of your pre-planning documents to share with family members or trusted advisors. We recommend informing loved ones about your arrangements and keeping a copy with your important papers to ensure your wishes are known and followed.
Key considerations to help you prepare for your pre-planning consultation.
Answers to common questions about funeral pre-planning.
Our compassionate team is here to help you create a plan that provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones.