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We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
How to Create the Perfect Sympathy Meal in Australia

Creating a sympathy meal for someone who has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness or lost a loved one, is a kind and generous thing to do. And no, you actually don’t necessarily have to do any cooking if you don’t want to.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
How to Make a Sympathy Gift Basket

From journals to cookies, plants to cards, here’s a rundown of what to include in a sympathy basket for your bestie.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Expressing Your Grief Through Art: 7 Activities To Try

Art has been shown to help those who have experienced trauma. But did you know that it can also help to alleviate and process grief?

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Moving Forward With Grief

Grief is messy, complicated and non-linear. And it’s not about moving on with time, but moving forward with your grief and carrying it with you, with love.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Death & Flowers in Different Cultures

Turns out there is such a thing as the ‘perfect’ flower to bring to a funeral or grieving family. In this guide, we dive into the meaning behind different flowers within different cultures.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
5 MIN READ
When is the Right Time to Move into an Aged Care Facility?

Some top tips for recognising when the time is right.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
What is Elder Abuse and How Can We Stop It?

1 in 6 older Australians have experienced elder abuse, often by the people who are closest to them. Read on to learn more.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Deciding on a Memorial Tattoo

From bees to flowers, infinity symbols to map coordinates, tattoos can be a beautiful way to honour and remember a deceased loved one.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Super: What is it? How do I access it?

We spend most of our lives saving our superannuation – but what actually is it and how do we access it?

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Should I prepare a Letter of Wishes? Your questions, answered.

A Letter of Wishes can provide valuable supplementary information in support of your Will by giving context and insights into your intentions and reasoning. Read on for some reasons (and some risks) to consider when preparing one.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Ways to remember someone who didn’t want a funeral

Funerals can provide closure and comfort for grieving friends and family. So what do you do when your loved one has requested to not have one?

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
How Do I Want to be Remembered?

It can be grim to think about what’ll happen after you pass away – but it doesn’t have to be.
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