Introduction: Dealing with the legalities after the loss of a loved one can be daunting, especially when it comes to probate. Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s will is validated, and their estate is settled. At West...
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Introduction: Losing a loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and navigating the aftermath can feel overwhelming. At West & Sons Funerals, we understand the complexities of grief and offer compassionate support to help...
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Grief is the natural response to losing a loved one. There is no correct way to grieve and no set time frame for when the feelings might start to ease. Although everyone is different, many people often experience similar patterns of emotions...
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UPDATED: 09/09/2020 As the COVID-19 lockdown evolves, so do the guidelines given to us by the Government. These rules and recommendations are updated regularly and here at West & Sons we are in regular contact with the relevant authorities to...
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When a loved one dies, our natural human desire is to be surrounded by others, but COVID-19 has prevented this from being possible. However, as lockdown measures continue to ease across the country it has been announced that funerals can once...
Learn moreLosing a loved one is, unquestionably, among the most traumatic experiences of our lives. Here at West & Sons, we are passionate about helping families in their time of loss, from the initial challenge of organising the funeral to the ongoing...
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Saying goodbye to a loved one is tough at the best of times but in the middle of the COVID-19 outbreak it is arguably tougher than ever before. With tight restrictions in place to limit the potential spread of coronavirus it has become...
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Bereavement, which is exceptionally difficult under ‘normal’ circumstances, has been made extremely difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic. This dramatic change to everyone’s daily lives has seen challenges, the likes of which the world’s...
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We understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one, especially in these unprecedented circumstances. While adhering to government guidance means we have had to alter the way we would usually work, the West & Sons team are on hand to...
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West & Sons would like to reassure our families that we have industry advised procedures in place should COVID-19 become more widespread. We are in regular contact with the Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (“SAIF2) and the...
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Helping Your Family When a Member is Dying Dealing with the impending loss of a family member can be one of life’s most challenging experiences. At West & Sons, we believe in providing families with support and guidance that upholds dignity...
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Grief affects everyone differently, and understanding how infants and toddlers process loss is crucial in providing appropriate support. While they may not understand the full implications of death, young children sense the change and may react...
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