BLOG — end of life planning

Q&A with Amanda German of Whiteballoon Funeral Planning Hub

05, October, 2021 • digital legacy • end of life planning • funeral inspiration • funeral planning

We meet Amanda German of whiteballoon.co.uk, a free online resource for funerals and end of life planning. Combining practical advice with inspiration, it has been designed both for funeral planning, and also for anyone who wants to share their own wishes with their loved ones.

Julia Page: Why I Love Being a Funeral Celebrant

10, August, 2021 • celebration of life • end of life planning • funeral planning

Former teacher Julia Page changed careers in 2019 to retrain as a humanist celebrant and has since conducted more than 600 funerals. Here she tells us why she loves what she does and what she’s learnt along the way.

A Day in the Life of... Henry Emson, Founder of One Life One Tree

11, July, 2021 • a day in the life of • celebration of life • end of life planning • remembrance ideas

In our latest interview we meet Henry Emson, founder of One Life One Tree which enables people to offset an entire lifetime of carbon emissions by planting a Giant Sequoia tree. Recently, the trees have become increasingly popular as memorials, enabling families to create a sustainable tribute to their loved one which can be visited for generations to come.

It's Good to Talk: Supporting Dying Matters Week (10-16 May)

05, May, 2021 • bereavement support • end of life planning • events • grief & grieving

For many people, the thought of talking about death is awkward, scary and depressing. It’s a tricky conversation that’s often just easier to avoid. We hear you, but we also believe that the alternative – leaving your affairs in a mess and your loved ones unaware of your wishes – is much worse. That’s why we are proud to support Dying Matters who are working to break one of society’s biggest taboos.

What is Probate? A Simple Guide from the Experts at IWC Probate & Wills

16, April, 2021 • bereavement support • digital legacy • end of life planning

Trying to come to terms with the emotional aspect of losing a loved one is hard enough without having to deal with the practical aspects of Probate as well. To help find a way through the legal jargon, we spoke to Tony Crocker from IWC Wills & Probate.