Free pre-planning guide
Peace of mind, planned with care.
Discussing your end-of-life plan is a sensitive subject, and one we tend to avoid. When you plan ahead, you create peace of mind for you and your family.
Where to begin
You are not alone in this.
Planning a loved one’s farewell can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make it a process of healing, love, and life celebration.
Contacting emergency services
When a loved one dies in a place that isn’t a healthcare facility, like your home, you’ll need to contact emergency personnel before they can be taken into care. You may also want to contact your loved one’s physician. If your loved one dies while in a healthcare facility, staff will notify the proper authorities, including the funeral home you may have chosen. These professionals will help you obtain a medical certificate and any other necessary paperwork.
Notify friends & family
Notify close friends and relatives through personal phone calls as well as a death notice. If this is too painful, it’s okay to ask a trusted family member or friend to help — and we’re here to help as well. This is also the time to review any preplanned wishes and begin thinking about big choices: the final resting place, the type of urn, religious services, and the kind of gathering you want. You don’t need to know the answers right away.
What to expect from Morgan Oaks
When you meet with our team, we’ll tour the property and go over all the options available. We’ll ask about your loved one to understand the person the services will honor. This process may include preparing and filing the official death certificate, scheduling services, selecting an urn, drafting an obituary, and arranging transportation.
What to bring to your arrangement meeting
- Full legal name and home address
- Social security number
- Date and place of birth
- Father’s name and mother’s maiden name
- Veteran’s discharge papers (DD-214), if applicable
- Highest education and occupation
- Clergy name and phone number, if applicable
- Names and relationships of survivors
- Insurance policy information, if paying for expenses
- A recent photograph
Pre-planning checklist
Build your personalized plan
There’s no need to make every decision right away. Work through these at your own pace.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I pre-plan a green burial?
Pre-planning ensures your wishes are honored, spares your family difficult decisions during grief, and lets you choose your preferred garden and plot.
What does the Pre Planning Guide include?
The guide walks you through choosing a burial type, selecting a garden, documenting your service wishes, and sharing your plan with family.
Can I change my plan later?
Yes. Contact our team if your wishes or family circumstances change and we will help you update your arrangements.
Remember: there’s no need to decide everything today.
For personalized help creating your plan, talk with one of the experts at Morgan Oaks Eternal Preserve.