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Resources for Funeral Homes
Building Trust: 8 Key Practices to Secure Customer Data in Your New Business
In the funeral industry, the confidentiality and security of customer information are paramount....
A Century of Caring: Navigating Family Dynamics, Grief & Marketing in the Death Care Industry
WilbertEDU will be presenting on February 8: "A Century of Caring: Navigating Family Dynamics,...
What Small Businesses Should Watch Out For with AI
Artificial intelligence can be a valuable tool in your toolbox for business needs. However,...
Pay-Per-Click: Worth the Ad Spend?
By Faith Bennett “Should I run Google Ads this year?” As you begin creating your 2024 marketing...
Resources for Individuals
How to Start Fresh in a New Place After a Loss
6 ways to start fresh in a new place after losing a loved one
What to Do When One Parent Needs Assisted Living and the Other Doesn’t
Aging is not for the faint of heart. And watching your loved ones age can be difficult, too,...
Effective Strategies for Caregivers Balancing Work and Family
As a caregiver for a senior loved one, finding equilibrium between your caregiving...
Hospice Care: Preparing Yourself and Your Loved One for the Journey Ahead
When a loved one is diagnosed with a terminal illness, it's important to have a plan in place for...
Memorials
Alton Wayne Speer
Alton Wayne Speer, of Rector, passed away on March 12, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born on...
Recent News
2024 Convention Schedule Announced!
Join us for the most impactful and dynamic event of the year – the AFDA 2024 Convention! We're thrilled to announce that the schedule...
Featured Sales Club Member
Matthews Aurora
Matthews Aurora™ Funeral Solutions is a leading total solutions provider of burial, cremation and memorialization products. Matthews Aurora™ offers an extensive variety of high quality wood, metal and cremation caskets, urns, stationery and gift items, growth-oriented marketing programs, exceptional sales and service support, and flexible, timely delivery to our funeral home customers. With a focus on continuous innovation, Matthews Aurora™ is committed to helping our customers grow their businesses and helping families move from grieving to remembrance.
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