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Why Plan Ahead

Since opening the new Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Center, families have been asking if an existing pre-need policy for their funeral written elsewhere can be transferred to Callaway-Jones. The answer is yes, absolutely. Many individuals may not realize they have the option to transfer their existing pre-arrangements from one funeral home to another. This allows them to move their plans to a provider that better aligns with their needs and preferences, ensuring their wishes are honored without having to start the planning process from scratch. Knowing this option is available can offer peace of mind as circumstances change.

Pre-Planning your funeral is an essential part of a well-tended life, as it provides you with time to plan ahead and make end of life decisions in a calm and rational atmosphere. Start the online planning process now, or meet with one of our pre-planning advisors. It just makes sense to plan ahead.

Absolutely no one should have to make these decisions for you. Pre-planning gives you and your loved ones greater peace-of-mind. You can live your life to the fullest, knowing you have done the right thing – for everyone.

When you plan ahead, you will be able to compare the many options available. You will be able to compare the services, the products and the prices among different companies. You will have the opportunity to make an informed decision about your funeral and cemetery arrangements, and the form of memorial you prefer. You will be able to make choices that are meaningful to both you and your family, and you will gain peace of mind knowing your family and friends will be relieved of the emotional and financial burden often associated with making arrangements when a death occurs. In addition, by prefunding your funeral and cemetery services, a guaranteed price contract will allow you to purchase at today’s prices, free from inflationary pressures in the future.

It's understandable that most people prefer not to think about the arrangements that need to be made after they pass away. However, an increasing number of individuals are recognizing the importance of planning ahead for this inevitability. Recent National Funeral Marketing Studies reveal that over 85% of Americans aged 40 and older believe that making funeral arrangements in advance is a wise choice.

Many who hold this view have come to it through personal experience. Life's unexpected challenges often teach us valuable lessons, and we tend to gain insight after facing the "hard knocks" that catch us off guard. The loss of a family member can be emotionally devastating, and it also brings significant financial burdens. Grief can deepen when families find themselves unprepared for the associated costs, highlighting the importance of proactive planning.

Why Plan Ahead

Why Plan Ahead

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