There's More to Death Than Dying: A Guide to Getting Your Affairs in Order (AUDIO BOOK)
No one plans for one of life's most difficult moments—but everyone should be prepared for it.
When a loved one dies, families are often overwhelmed with grief while facing dozens of important decisions. From choosing a funeral home and understanding cremation or burial options to locating important documents, filing insurance claims, settling an estate, and navigating probate, the process can quickly become confusing and emotionally exhausting.
In There Is More to Death Than Dying, bereavement ministry leader and educator Jás'Tone Smith provides a compassionate, easy-to-follow roadmap designed to help families prepare before tragedy strikes.
Inside you'll discover:
1. What to do immediately after someone dies
2.How to plan a meaningful homegoing or funeral service
3.How to choose a funeral home and cemetery
4. Cremation vs. traditional burial explained
5.Understanding funeral costs and avoiding unnecessary expenses
6.Your rights under the FTC Funeral Rule
7. How wills, probate, and estate planning really work
8. Living wills and advance healthcare directives
9. Life insurance and final expense planning
10. Veterans funeral benefits
11.Family checklists and planning worksheets
12. Funeral budgeting tools
13. Probate terminology made simple
14. Sample legal documents and planning resources
More than a funeral planning guide, this audio book helps families reduce confusion, avoid costly mistakes, and make informed decisions during one of life's most emotional experiences.
Whether you are planning ahead for yourself, helping aging parents organize their affairs, serving in ministry, working in hospice, or supporting a grieving family, this practical resource provides the knowledge and confidence you need before the unexpected happens.
Planning today is one of the greatest gifts you can leave the people you love.