Have you ever looked at the cost of having a funeral service? Are you at a loss for how to memorialize someone with dignity on your limited budget? Not having enough funds to cover the cost of a funeral for a loved one lost is a real concern in today’s economy.

Pre-planning funeral wishes is just one way to help defer the cost of a funeral or memorial service. Are you aware of other benefits to help you plan a funeral without burdening your family’s finances?

If you want to know more about having a dignified funeral with limited finances, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds interviews Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about some options to help.

Not having enough funds to cover a funeral can add stress to an already difficult time. This interview is your chance to learn some creative ways to plan a dignified funeral with limited funds.

When There Aren’t Enough Funds for a Funeral

Valerie kicks things off by discussing what a family does when there aren’t enough funds to cover a funeral for a loved one.

Next Valerie shares what she tells people who call into the funeral home asking about how to have a dignified funeral when they have no funds or limited finances.

Valerie points out that calling Martin Brothers does not obligate you to anything, and you shouldn’t let that fear prevent you from calling the funeral chapel in Vancouver with questions.

Pre-Planning without Burdening Your Finances

Then Valerie segues to the topic of funeral pre-planning. During the podcast she answers these and other questions:

- Does it cost anything to sit down and plan a funeral service?
- What type of payments are available for pre-arranged funerals?
- What other funeral benefits are available for families with limited funds?

Now ask yourself these two things: Am I worried that limited funds would prevent me from planning a dignified funeral for a loved one lost? Could I use information about what options are available to my family?

If you answered “yes” to either or both questions, then after the podcast be sure to leave your questions in the comments section below and visit the Martin Brothers website to begin the pre-planning process.

Are People Ever Prevented from Having a Funeral?

Next Valerie explains that people are never prevented from having a dignified funeral or memorial service for their loved one based on their finances.

No matter what your family’s financial status, Martin Brothers welcomes the opportunity to discuss your funeral needs.

Knowing someone is there to help you in your family’s time of mourning can be a great relief. Don’t wait until you need Martin Brothers to reach out to them with your questions.

The episode concludes with Valerie sharing final thoughts about creative funeral options when finances might be an issue.

Are You Worried about Planning a Funeral on a Budget?

Does your family work on limited finances? Could you use advice on how to plan a dignified funeral without spending a fortune? Share your questions and comments below where we can talk through them with you.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1

Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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