Blogs and Guides

Ageing and retirement guides and articles

Funeral planning
4 mins

How can I bring my loved one's ashes overseas?

In Australia and when travelling overseas, there aren't any strict laws about taking cremated remains with you. However, it's a good idea to check out some general guidelines before your trip to ensure everything goes smoothly.

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Grief and bereavement
5 mins

How to support the next of kin of the deceased.

In this article, we will explore how to effectively support someone who is the next of kin of the deceased, including practical tips for communication, assisting with funeral arrangements, offering long-term support, and taking care of yourself as the supporter.

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End-of-life planning
10 mins

Understanding how to achieve a good death in palliative care.

There are many interpretations of what a good death can be. We’ve pulled together several common elements of the dying experience into a framework that can provide guidance for patients, families and palliative care staff.

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Ageing and retirement
5 mins

How writing your life story can help leave a legacy

Writing your life story can be a valuable experience for you and future generations. It's not as overwhelming as you might think.

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Ageing and retirement
4 mins

10 things to know when your loved one is in hospital and near their end-of-life.

Here is a guide of ten things you should know for when a loved one is close to dying in hospital.

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Ageing and retirement
4 mins

How to prepare a patient for end-of-life: A Guide for Nurses.

As a nurse, you know how important it is to provide compassionate care to your patients. This guide will help you do just that.

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We’ve had the privilege of serving 50,000+ Australian families.

Every week, hundreds of families let us into their lives, sharing stories of their loved one, and entrusting us with their goodbye. Here are some of their stories.

We’re also Australia’s most awarded funeral provider.