National Cremation Society

An advantage of cremation is that it offers flexibility. Families may choose to memorialize their loved one with a funeral prior to cremation or a memorial service after cremation. The memorial service can take place with or without the cremated remains. Cremation allows a celebration of life in any way, and at any time, you choose.

Visit the Social Security Administration website or the Department of Veterans Affairs website for the most current information. In short, the answer is yes, but restrictions and dollar limits apply.

Yes, just let us know in advance so we can arrange a mutually convenient time.

The National Cremation follows strict internal procedures to ensure proper identification of the deceased throughout the cremation process. We will not breach your trust. Identification of the deceased is first established at the place of death; an identification band is placed around the ankle. The ankle band includes several pieces of information including name, date of birth, date of death, and location, to prevent identification confusion. Before the deceased is removed from the place of death, the identification band is rechecked against any paperwork and identification tags. At the crematory, an assigned stainless steel identification disc, linked to the record of the deceased, is placed with, and remains with, the body. Following cremation, the identification disc is placed in the urn with the cremated remains.

Families should remove all jewelry and mementos from the deceased prior to cremation. Also, families must notify the cremation provider if any medical devices are present.

No, embalming is not necessary for cremation.

While individuals and families may choose a casket, or rent a casket for a funeral or memorial service prior to cremation, a casket is not necessary for cremation. When a casket is not chosen, the deceased is placed in a combustible, environmentally safe container for respectful handling during the cremation process.

The deceased stays in a safe, climate-controlled environment while death and cremation documents are processed. Many states have a specific waiting period, for example, two days, and require authorization for cremation by a coroner or medical examiner.

Most religions permit cremation; some recommend it. Support for cremation is not universal among faiths, however. Consult your religious advisor with any questions about the appropriateness of cremation in your faith.

There are a number of ways to ensure you choose a reputable firm for cremation. Check the qualifications of the staff, learn about the procedures that ensure proper running of the crematorium and proper identification of the deceased, and assess the candid and direct disclosure of costs.

No Medicare does not pay...if you have nothing, there is a very reasonable CREMATORY called Affordable..

Set prices but there usually is a discount for prepayment in full based on when you get the plan. You lock in the price so even if it goes up in future you have already paid don't get hit for the higher price. There is some expense at the time for death certificates etc. Best plan is to sit with them and have it explained. I've unfortunately dealt with them several times, always understanding and caring people.

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