Considerations Of Prepaid Cremation Services

When you think of prepaid funeral expenses, you probably think about traditional burial options. Many people do not know that the same prepaid services are available for cremation as well. If you think that a prepaid cremation option may be ideal for your end of life planning, then there are some things to consider first. These considerations can better prepare you for the options that you will face during the planning and prepaid process.

Package Inclusions

One of the first things you will notice as you begin the prepaid cremation services process and planning are package options. Most funeral homes and crematoriums use package options for their prepaid funeral planning. These options start with a basic package that includes a small service, the cremation, and a traditional urn. As the packages increase, the services may expand. You may also notice the type of urn option upgrading. Make sure to consider each additional service and if it is something you actually need. You may find that the package with the upgraded urn you like may be more expensive and contain services you don't need or want. In these cases, paying the additional fee for the upgrade may be more ideal.

Service Options

Depending on where you are located, there may be certain service options that are not available while other alternatives for. For example, in some coastal cities, it may be illegal to spread human ashes into the waterways as part of a burial or remembrance ceremonies. However, you may find that there is an alternative service available in a nearby city that does not have the same restrictions. These services can be part of your prepaid cremation planning as well as placement of the final urn and if you would like the urn to be buried with a loved one upon their passing.

Urn Options

You may be under the misconception that there are only a few urn options for your remains. The truth is, there are many options and more being added to cremation urn shops and lists. Some of the more popular options are natural biodegradable urns that can be placed in rivers, oceans, or forests. The urns degrade into the natural environment allowing your ashes to become part of the environment around them. You can also choose memorial jewelry, such as having your ashes pressed into diamonds or added to glass jewelry and art pieces.

By taking these considerations and doing some research on them, you can be prepared for questions you may be asked during the cremation planning process. You can also be aware of the options you will want to choose over the options that may simply come with an available package. If you are ready to being the prepaid portion of your cremation service planning, contact a service, like Neptune  Society.