Planning a funeral is challenging, especially when you're in the midst of the grieving process. If you've never planned a funeral, it's easy to feel lost. As such, we recommend pre-arranging your funeral plans far in advance. This can be one of the greatest gifts you ever provide your family with. Here are some important questions to ask your potential pre-arranged funeral planner to ensure you find a good fit for your needs.

1. Is Pre-Arranging Common for Your Cemetery?

In this field, experience is important. According to the Funeral and Memorial Information Council, 46% of adults over the age of 40 have had conversations with family or friends about how they want to be remembered during their funeral or memorial service. Make sure to reach out to a planner with experience to ensure your plans are complete, paid for, and kept safe for the future. At Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery, we've been serving Anderson since 1929.

2. What Additional Services Do You Offer?

A cemetery may have specific options available, such as monetary incentives and financing plans. They may also offer flowers and items for the memorial through particular providers. Not all cemeteries have a pre-arranged funeral planner available to assist in planning funerals, so be sure to ask up front if the option is available. At Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery, however, our team offers these services enthusiastically. Don't forget to ask us about our pre-planning incentives. We match up to $500 for your pre-planning with us. If you're a first responder, you may qualify for up to $2,300 in savings for you and your spouse. We'd be happy to go over the possibilities during your free consultation appointment.

3. What Cemetery Options Do You Offer?

Depending on what they offer, you may be required to choose a variety of items such as memorial markers, burial vaults, urns, and more. Be sure to ask what items are required for each burial option provided so as to not miss anything. It's worth noting that you can save hundreds by buying these items directly from us rather than a funeral home. Ask our team for more details today.

Are you looking to pre-plan your funeral services? We'd be happy to help you take these wise steps for the future. Contact our team at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery for more information about the services we provide.