It goes without saying that a funeral is usually a time to gather friends and family together to celebrate the life of a loved one, but in the current crisis this is simply not possible. So what can be done to help bring people together to pay their respects to a much loved friend or family member?
In this Q&A we catch up with Sam Grice, founder of Guardian Angel, an online platform which helps family and friends to connect and coordinate when planning a funeral or making important end of life choices.
We meet shroud maker Yuli Sømme from Bellacouche who has been crafting beautiful handmade felt funeral shrouds and eco-friendly soft coffins from her studio in Devon for over 20 years.
This heartwarming documentary film follows Brighton-based funeral director Cara Mair as she gently guides three families through the process of crafting the perfect funeral for their loved one. A gentle, thoughtful and comforting film about doing funerals differently, and with great love.
In addition to dealing with the emotional impact of a loved one’s death, there can often be a lot of practical work to do as well, much of which may be unfamiliar. This guest post from the National Bereavement Service explains the ways in which they can help to support you and your loved ones at a difficult time.
