Not all Funeral Plans are the same – check before you buy

Prepay your funeral and help save you and your loved ones money and worry

Although it is something we do not like to think about, funeral costs have risen each year for more than a decade. It can be a major concern for family members who have to find a way to pay for arrangements when the time comes. It is also a highly emotional time when a loved one passes away and trying to organise a funeral, consider their funeral wishes and sort out payment for the funeral costs can seem daunting. In 2007 the average cost of a funeral was £2,288 and, by 2015, this figure had risen to £3,737. If funeral costs continue to rise at this rate, they will reach more than £6,100 by 2023*. That’s an increase of more than £2,300 in only seven years.

Avoid rising costs Taking the proactive approach of buying a Prepaid Funeral Plan means you can protect yourself and your loved ones against rising funeral costs by freezing the cost of your funeral at today’s price. Many Funeral Plan providers have appeared recently but what they offer can differ greatly. It’s important you check exactly what’s included before you buy. Some providers promise to cover Funeral Director’s services which sound like it covers everything but in fact this couldn’t be further from the truth. Other costs also apply such as cremation fees and officiant’s or minister’s fees which could be an unwelcome surprise to your loved ones when the time comes.

Why choose Dignity? We have partnered up with Dignity, the UK’s leading funeral plan provider, to provide you with one of the best funeral plans on the market. They are upfront with exactly what is included in their plans and are committed to providing the highest standards of service and care. What sets Dignity apart from other funeral plan providers is the support they offer you and your loved ones every step of the way. From the day you enquire about a funeral plan, to the moment your loved ones need to talk to one of their 1,180 owned or approved Funeral Directors, you’ll always be treated with care and compassion. Outstanding service is at the heart of everything Dignity does and is fundamental to the company’s success. Help to ease the worry of loved ones The Prepaid Funeral Plan from Dignity not only covers the cost of the funeral services included in the plan but it also let’s you take care of the arrangements in advance by letting you record your personal wishes. You can specify as much or as little detail as you like. This means your loved ones won’t have the worry of finding a Funeral Director or deciding on the most appropriate arrangements when the time comes. They will have all the help and support they need and have peace of mind knowing the service will be carried out according to your wishes, allowing them to concentrate on making their own personal tributes.

Applying is easy When you request your free guide from Dignity, you will receive a simple application form which you can complete in the comfort of your own home. There is a choice of three plans to suit various tastes and budgets and Dignity’s flexible payment options mean you can pay with a lump sum over 12 months, at no extra cost, or spread the instalments over a longer payment period for an additional fee. If you have any questions, you can call Dignity’s award-winning UK-based Client Service Centre which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.