An essential guide to writing the perfect condolence message

We’ve all had to get used to different methods of communication during the pandemic. Apparently, the art of letter writing...

Coping with grief around anniversaries

While there are certain recognised stages of grief, there is no right or wrong way to grieve the loss of...

How nature can help us in difficult times

  It’s a well known fact that spending time outdoors...

What the month of May has taught us about mental health and talking about death

May is the month of both Dying Matters Awareness Week and Mental Health Awareness Week. While we acknowledge these important...

Austin’s Charitable Fund Update

As we reflect on another year of Austin’s Charitable Fund we are delighted to share the news of our 2019...

Claire’s Arctic Survival Challenge

During the last week of January, our MD Claire was a long way from Hertfordshire - she was 150km south...

Funeral Order of Service - the little part of a funeral with the big impactA Funeral Order of Service is...

Clearing the Possessions of a Loved One

When a loved one dies, one of the most difficult tasks you may have to take on is clearing out...

Attending a Winter Funeral

The clocks have gone back, Halloween is over for another year and Christmas is just a few short weeks away....