How the Coronavirus Could Impact Cremation Services Planning

The coronavirus has had an impact on how people plan final services. But this doesn’t mean you can arrange a fitting final send-off for someone you love.

Planning a cremation or funeral can be stressful. While you’ll want to honor your deceased loved one’s memory, you’ll also be coming to terms with their death. Complicating things further is the COVID-19 pandemic that has changed the way final services are done. If you need to arrange a direct cremation in Yukon, OK, here’s a look at some of the things to be mindful of; 

Smaller Crowds 

Due to how quickly the coronavirus spreads, governments require social distancing. What does this mean in terms of a memorial or celebration of life service? You will have to limit group sizes whether the event is held indoors or outdoors. This might be an issue if you have a large family or if the deceased had a lot of friends. You will need to have a smaller event since funeral homes and crematoriums are not permitted to exceed group-size limits. 

Plan Safely 

When you choose the right death care services provider, you’ll be able to make cremation arrangements online, by email, or by phone. In other words, service providers offer flexible options that you can use to plan a final service. The staff at the service providers will be able to answer your questions and to steer you in the right direction when you need assistance. 

Postponements 

While you may not wish to postpone a formal service, it’s one option you should consider. Right now, family members who are located far away may not even be able to travel to a service. This is because of the many travel restrictions and quarantine provisions in place. So it might make sense to hold off on a large gathering until after the pandemic has subsided. Another group of people who would benefit from a postponement are those who, because of underlying health issues, would not be able to attend a service. 

Live Stream 

Another option to consider is webcasting or live streaming the actual service. It’s a way to include a lot of people who wish to be part of the service. This option would accommodate family members who live far away and loved ones who do not wish to possibly expose themselves to possible infection. All you’ll need to do is provide people with the details for tuning into the live stream, and they’ll be able to attend and to pay their last respects virtually. 

When you need the assistance of a Yukon, OK direct cremation provider, we’re here to assist. Get in touch and learn how we can help you. We offer packages such as I Just Want Cremation, Cremation with Community Celebration, Simple Cremation, Cremation & Final Goodbye, All Inclusive Cremation, and Traditional Gathering with Cremation. Our prices are 50-70% less than what most traditional funeral homes in the state charge. We are also licensed as a full-service crematory, which allows us to offer a wide range of cremation-related services direct to the general public. For the help you need from a dependable service provider, contact us by phone or stop by for a visit.