An increasing number of Americans, over 50 percent in fact, are choosing cremation over a burial. But what happens to the cremated remains? A few options include keeping the remains in a beautiful urn or scattering them in a meaningful place. If you are unsure of what you want to do, talk with […]
When it comes to making any large purchase, price is always a consideration. Most people want to secure the very best deal they can, but it’s important to do your homework and understand exactly what that price includes. That same principle applies to selecting a funeral home package – sometimes the cheapest price doesn’t give […]
In the days immediately following the death of a loved one, you’re busy making funeral arrangements, writing an obituary and accepting condolence messages. But what happens when the funeral is over?That’s often when the reality of the death sinks in and the need for grief support is the most intense. It’s also when the funeral […]
Even when someone is terminally ill, a death is never expected. Knowing in advance who to call when the death occurs can dramatically help ease the anxiety.Todd Griffin, Licensed Funeral Director and General Manager of McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation, says the very first call is to notify the healthcare team that someone has died. If […]
Most people are familiar with the five stages of grief – denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Anyone who’s lost a loved one or close friend can expect to pass through most, if not all, of these stages as they complete the healing process.Each person is different, though, so the way someone goes from stage […]
Ever discover a long-expired package of chicken that got pushed to the back of your refrigerator? Or how about some vegetables you put in the crisper and then forgot you even purchased? We’ve all done it. When it’s a couple bananas here and some leftover pizza there, it may not seem like your family tosses […]
Sponsored By: McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation Now is the time to celebrate holiday traditions, whether that means you’re baking grandma’s special cookies or attending a church service. This year, why not use that time of family togetherness to have a crucial discussion? If you have aging parents and loved ones, take some time this season […]
Sponsored By: McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation Though we might not like to think about it, we will all need the assistance of a funeral home at some point in our lives. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or making arrangements for someone else, the experience will differ depending on which funeral home you select. While […]
Sponsored By: East Cooper Lock & Safe Many South Carolina residents are unaware that there are no state regulations or licensing programs required to be a practicing locksmith in South Carolina. This puts people at risk to be scammed. To be safe, people should avoid call center locksmiths without local shops. Not only do these […]
Sponsored by: Coldwell Banker United, Realtors By: Cheryll Woods-Flowers Imagine living in a home, a neighborhood, from which you can walk to the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, to shopping, to grab a bite to eat, to the Charleston Harbor and even to the beach. Imagine further that your children can walk to nationally recognized schools […]