Plan ahead and relieve the burden on your loved ones

Avalon are funeral plan specialists that take the worry and stress away, leaving you free to enjoy your life

We all want the best for our nearest and dearest – and that doesn’t stop when someone dies. Whether you’re concerned about what happens to your family when you’re no longer around or want to make sure you get the send-off you want when the time comes, it’s so important to think ahead and make a funeral plan. Every year thousands of people pass away without putting a plan in place, meaning families can be left to make difficult decisions about what to do on their own. And for the closest family and friends, the responsibility of making big decisions without the input of the person they loved can be overwhelming during what’s already an upsetting time.

How can I plan ahead?

With funeral costs rising year on year by 8 per cent* a pre-paid funeral plan ensures loved ones won’t be expected to find the money and pay for the funeral. With most people laid to rest within ten days after passing away, finding thousands of pounds in such a short space of time can be extremely stressful, particularly when your family may not be able to gain access to the estate to pay for the bill. A funeral plan takes away this stress, meaning those left behind can focus on organising the kind of send-off their relative or friend would have loved, without the worry of how to pay for it. Not only does a plan allow you to pay for the funeral in advance it also allows you to express your wishes and how you’d like loved ones to celebrate your life. Have you ever written down what you would like or what you would like to be remembered for? Although such planning can sometimes be difficult or emotional, the sooner you do it and have the all-important discussions with your loved ones, the sooner everyone can concentrate on enjoying life.