What is the funeral directors code?
Your funeral director follows a code of professional practices because its right for the families he or she serves. The code is suggested by his or her state and national associations. Before arrangements are made, your funeral director will contact the deceaseds clergyman, or one you select, if this has not already been done. The clergyman will decide with the family specific aspects of the religious service, and provide a source of rich spiritual comfort for those who survive. The funeral director will explain his or her services and prices before a family selects a casket or vault. You should ask any questions you have regarding price ranges, death benefits or burial allowances which many be available through Social Security, Veterans Administration or other organizations. Your funeral director will assist you in preparing necessary forms to secure allowances or benefits. Rely on him or her as a source of information before as well as after a funeral. His or her experience will be o
