by Twyla Sketchley | Aug 7, 2014 | Elder Care
For many family caregivers, the death of the loved one they have cared for can be traumatic and stressful. When a loved one dies without funeral arrangements, the stress and confusion can cause making these arrangements immediately after death even more tumultuous....
by Twyla Sketchley | Jun 26, 2014 | Elder Care
As hundreds of thousands of pounds of steel and concrete and hundreds of thousands of gallons of chemicals are buried in the 22,000 plus cemeteries across the United States, many are looking to make the disposition of their remains kinder on the environment. Here are...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jan 16, 2014 | Caregivers
When a loved one dies, it feels like so much needs to be done immediately. As an attorney, I have families call me within hours of a loved one dying wanting to know when they have to tell the court, creditors and even Facebook their loved one has died. While there...
by Twyla Sketchley | Nov 14, 2013 | Caregivers
Many people request their cremated remains be scattered in a place that held meaning to the loved one and their family. However, scattering cremated remains in a public place raises public health issues as well as concerns regarding the sanctity and proper treatment...