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How Much Do You Know About Senior Home Safety?

While familiar surroundings can be comforting as we grow older, home safety measures require extra attention. Changes that come with the aging process like declining vision, hearing, and bone dens...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, April 24, 2023

Honor Your Departed Loved One with These Creative Outdoor Memorial Ideas

Outdoor memorial ideas can range from basic stones to elaborate gardens. Finding a special way to pay tribute to a departed loved one can bring great comfort. Think about the one who passed on and...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, April 13, 2023

It’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Here are Seven Important Things to Know.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nearly 1 million adults in the United States and those numbers are growing. MS is both a complex disease of the central nervous system and an autoimmune condition. ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, March 30, 2023

Do You Know the Rules for Legally Scattering Ashes?

As more and more people choose cremation, questions about legally scattering ashes are on the rise, too.   Ash scattering has become an increasingly popular way to remember the departed. It p...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, March 18, 2023

Four Important Things to Know About the Tax Issues When Losing a Spouse in Pennsylvania

The tax issues when losing a spouse in Pennsylvania are varied and complex. Losing a spouse or life partner is challenging on many levels. In addition to the deep emotional grief and personal loss...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, March 11, 2023

Hobbies and Five Other Activities That Can Help Create a Healthier Brain

Can a healthier brain be as close as your chessboard? The experts say yes. As we age, the structure of the brain changes, which can adversely affect memory and cognition. It can be challenging to ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, February 18, 2023

Six Helpful Tips for Discussing Your Funeral Plans with Your Family

The most crucial conversations are often the hardest, and discussing your funeral plans with loved ones is a prime example. Talking about your funeral preferences with a spouse, parent, or child i...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, February 17, 2023

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Preventing Winter Falls: Eight Safety Tips Every Senior Should Know

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Memorial Service FAQs: Key Information to Help You Honor Your Loved One

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What is the Role of the Funeral Home? Five Things Everyone Should Know

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