What is the Process of Cremation?
As cremation has grown in popularity across the nation, so have the number of questions surrounding the process. Do cremains contain all the ashes of a loved one? How does a family make sure the cremains they receive are actually those of a loved one? How is a body prepared…...
What Are Cremation Ashes Comprised Of?
At the Cremation Society of Northern Kentucky, we often get questions regarding the consistency and make-up of cremains. Cremains are what is left after a body is cremated. Many refer to these as “ashes” but that is not exactly the case. To understand what these “ashes” are composed of, it…...
What is Green Cremation?
Many people already consider cremation a more environmentally-friendly alternative to a traditional burial. But many may not realize that they can go a step further in planning a green, or what is sometimes referred to as a bio-cremation. In a traditional cremation, the body is placed in an incinerator chamber,…...
Five Unique Ways to Use Cremated Ashes
As more and more people have embraced cremation, families continue to seek unique ways to memorialize those who have passed on. Initially, cremains were frequently buried, much like following a traditional funeral. Then families began spreading ashes in a location or locations of meaning to the deceased. More recently, small…...
Benefits of Choosing Cremation Over Burial
In case you haven’t noticed, cremation has become mainstream. Here in the Midwest, on average about 50% of all final services include cremation. In some areas, like the extreme Northeast and Far Western United States, cremations now account for over 70% of burials. There are many reasons contributing to this…...
Simple & Affordable Cremations
One of the compelling reasons cremations have become increasingly popular is they can be so much more inexpensive than a traditional funeral and burial. Some large corporations have even taken advantage of this trend by including “cheap” or “affordable” in the actual names of their cremation service companies. As most…...
The How To’s of a Visitation
There is no question that funerals are less formal today than even just a decade ago. This change, however, has not been as a result of changes in the funeral industry, but by the very people it serves. Families and those preplanning their final services have requested less dark and…...
How to Help Children Cope with a Loved One’s Loss
Grief is challenging for adults to experience. It can be especially difficult on children who may not fully understand what is happening or who may not have the verbal skills to express their thoughts and feelings. How can adults better help children cope with the death of a loved one?…...
What to Do for the Loss of A Pet
One of the happiest days of having a pet is when that pet is first brought home. The saddest, of course, is when we have to say goodbye upon their death. In between, they serve as companions, playmates, friends and family members. It is no wonder the loss of a…...
The Path to Healing from a Loss
At some point in our lives, just about all of us will experience grief. While it is not a pleasant experience, it is an important part of the healing process. If you or someone you know is experiencing grief, there are steps you can take to make the process just…...
