John Barry Higgins, 76, passed away at home on Camber Road, Oldham on Saturday 1 June 2019.
The Family and Medical Leave Act was a huge step forward for working families, but it’s not nearly enough.
Teen and Family Services is a peer based recovery support program that focuses on helping the whole family through substance abuse problems in a holistic way.
For those individuals who are willing to think about and plan ahead for death, or for families who have had to make choices regarding deceased loved ones, one of the
DNA identification has been celebrated for its ability to exonerate the wrongfully convicted, but what if it’s also used by law enforcement to place you under suspicion for a crime you didn’t commit? A Stanford Law School researcher sketches out the dystopian implications of commercial geneology services.
How should parents talk with their children about all they're seeing and experiencing right now?
"The police are at my door. They want to talk to me. They told me I am not a suspect. I did absolutely nothing wrong. I have nothing to worry about. They can't arrest me or do any harm to me if I did...
What is the difference, and which one is right for your family? There are several differences between a Funeral Service or a Memorial Service. Both celebrate and honor the life of a loved one. A …
In stressful situations, any family discord we feel is more likely to surface. Take a few moments to learn how you can combat discord at a funeral.
The guest list might be restricted, but it can still be special.
A bereaved family can strictly insist that no political speeches are allowed at a funeral.
Supervisors can use these tips to support family services staff and other direct service professionals who are teleworking with families.
Your funeral home isn't just serving local families; you’re serving families from all over. Often times, those who are arranging the funeral are from out of town and are not familiar with your community. You can help those from out of town by partnering with local businesses and providing resources on your website.
As more people choose cremation, our funeral directors are frequently asked, can you witness a cremation? Yes, that is an option for family members. Watching a cremation is not for everyone, though families may choose this service for a number of reasons.
If you’re a special needs family, we welcome you to Woodridge! Your family, your experiences, and your unique situation brings so much to the church as a whole. As a special needs mom, I didn’t always feel that. I’ve only been the Special Needs Ministry Director for Woodridge for a short time, but I have
Pets are often treasured members of a household, so when their lives end it can be a particularly emotional time for their owners, and for some families, cremation is a way to hold onto memories of their animal companions.
Programs that strengthen the executive function of families — aligning services for children and their parents — gives those families the tools to manage the parenting challenges that are often exacerbated by economic insecurity.
This video addresses many common questions that families have regarding burial vaults, such as why vaults are required and the benefits they provide.
Maybe you're just cleaning up from dinner when there's a knock on the door. Perhaps you come home from a long day at work to find a business card and a note waiting for you. Learning that Ch