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Green Burial: A Peaceful Rest Beneath the Weaves
Green burials are quickly becoming a popular choice over traditional burials for the environmentally conscious. Green burials do not involve formaldehyde-based embalming fluids, concrete burials vaults, or metal caskets because they consume precious resources such as land and wreak havoc on our delicate ecosystem. ​
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11/16/2022
Facts About Funerals that Might Surprise You
When most people think about funerals, they imagine a somber ceremony with flowers, prayers, and people dressed in black conversing quietly amongst themselves. While this is true in most cases, modern funerals do not always follow this format.  
Funeral details are often rooted in tradition and beliefs. Nevertheless, heartfelt funerary rituals vary, which is why each one is beautifully unique. ​
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8/3/2022
What are the Benefits of a Green Burial?
Green burials were originally known as natural burials because no formaldehyde-based embalming fluids were infused into the body prior to it being interred. Today, green burials are making a comeback for several reasons. However, it is important to know why natural burials were abandoned in the first place before you can understand why they are of great importance today.
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6/28/2022
Things You Should Do Now to Plan for End of Life
​Death may be an unpleasant idea for some people but planning for the end of your life not only makes your loved ones aware of your wishes, but also takes a significant weight from their shoulders during what will be a very difficult time.  ​The beginning of the new year is the perfect time to create an end-of-life plan or re-evaluate your current one.
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5/10/2022
Current Technology Trends in the Death Care Industry
The well-known adage says the only sure things in life are death and taxes. However, we can now include technology as it touches many aspects our lives and even plays a significant role in our deaths.    

​The industries that deal with death are embracing technology which not only helps cemeteries and funeral homes become more streamlined, but also lets people’s legacies live on after they pass. ​
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4/19/2022
Top Trends in Funeral Marketing
Funeral directors and managers have proven to be resilient by overcoming challenging obstacles associated with COVID-19 over the past couple of years without sacrificing their core values. Thanks to technology and creative measures, the pandemic has not stopped funeral homes from successfully marketing their products and services.
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7/27/2022
Transitioning to a Digital Cemetery Management 
​Breathing new life into your cemetery business is possible with EverArk. In a previous blog, we discussed how EverArk makes it easy to transition from a traditional cemetery business model into that of a digital one. However, the benefits extend beyond internal processes. ​
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6/7/2022
What is the Death Positive Movement?
Those who practice Death Positive Movement hold the belief that death is not a morbid or taboo topic and should be discussed openly. People and groups who promote this viewpoint believe that the foundation of a healthy society must include honest conversations about death and dying. 
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5/18/2022
Fun Facts About Being a Mortician
Being a mortician is not always at the top of high school or college graduates’ career wish lists, but it is an interesting and necessary profession. Those that do choose this occupation consider it to be a higher calling
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4/28/2022
Top Five Tips for a Smooth Transition to Digital Cemetery Management
Modifying your traditional cemetery to conform to modern standards may seem like an overwhelming venture. However, accomplishing this is not as complicated as you may think.
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4/5/2022
EverArk is Revolutionizing the Cemetery Industry
EverArk is state-of-the-art computer software that is streamlining cemetery management. It also supports the health of our environment by making green burial more accessible to the United States.​
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3/10/2022
Trends in Green Burial
As awareness grows about sustainable practices many people are adopting greener lifestyles. In more and more cases, they are choosing to forgo a traditional burial because it is very taxing to the earth and its resources.

​Green burials are eco-friendly ways to minimize your carbon footprint one last time. While most natural burials involve placing unembalmed bodies into the ground where they can merge with the earth, there are in fact several types of green burial methods available.

It is important to become knowledgeable about the various kinds of green burials, so you can decide which one is best for you. 
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7/7/2022
Mistakes to Avoid When Planning a Funeral
​Whether we want to think about it or not, we are all destined to attend our own funeral, so it is smart to make plans for it now. After all, it is your sendoff party and details matter, which is why you need to make the arrangements in advance to be sure your final wishes are honored.  
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Planning your funeral means deciding the major and minor details of the event, so your friends and loved ones can feel your spirit as they are honoring your memory.
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5/24/2022
Breaking Down the Myths and Facts About Grief
As the holidays draw near, it is important to remember that this is not a time of joy for everyone. Many people are missing a loved one who has passed away while others are feeling nostalgic for simpler times. Regardless of why a person is feeling sorrowful, it is necessary to understand what grief is and how to comfort those who are experiencing this strong emotion.  
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Grief Defined   
According to the Mayo Clinic, grief is a natural reaction to loss. It is a strong, sometimes overwhelming emotion that leaves people feeling numb and removed from daily life. They are often unable to carry on with regular duties.
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5/4/2022
How to Keep Your Cemetery Relevant in the Digital Age
Since the turn of the century, the digital age has touched every aspect of society and our individual lives. Cemetery managers are no stranger to this ever-changing landscape and must adapt if they want to stay relevant. EverArk software is an essential tool that lets cemeteries thrive as the digital age replaces face-to-face sales and service.
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3/29/2022
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