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Plain-English guides on Wills, probate and funerals.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed’s specialists, no legal jargon.
- Secondary Loss: Coping with Holidays After Death
Entering the holiday season after the death of a loved one can sometimes feel as though you’re experiencing grief all over again. It’s important to take care of yourself during this time if you’re feeling a little (or very) low. Here are our top tips.
Ariella Birnbaum - The Complete Guide to Carer’s Leave in Australia
Find out everything you need to know about carer's leave in Australia, from eligibility requirements to taking the leave and returning to work.
Willed - 5 Celebrities Who Worked in the Funeral Business
Celebrities – they’re just like us! (Okay, not really, but we dare to dream). Discover these interesting fun facts about 5 well-known celebrities, and how they got into the deathcare space.
Ariella Birnbaum - How to Create the Perfect Sympathy Meal in Australia
Creating a sympathy meal for someone who has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness or lost a loved one, is a kind and generous thing to do. And no, you actually don’t necessarily have to do any cooking if you don’t want to.
Ariella Birnbaum - Moving Forward With Grief
Grief is messy, complicated and non-linear. And it’s not about moving on with time, but moving forward with your grief and carrying it with you, with love.
Ariella Birnbaum - Death & Flowers in Different Cultures
Turns out there is such a thing as the ‘perfect’ flower to bring to a funeral or grieving family. In this guide, we dive into the meaning behind different flowers within different cultures.
Ariella Birnbaum - When is the Right Time to Move into an Aged Care Facility?
Some top tips for recognising when the time is right.
Ariella Birnbaum - What is Elder Abuse and How Can We Stop It?
1 in 6 older Australians have experienced elder abuse, often by the people who are closest to them. Read on to learn more.
Ariella Birnbaum - Super: What is it? How do I access it?
We spend most of our lives saving our superannuation – but what actually is it and how do we access it?
Ariella Birnbaum - Ways to remember someone who didn’t want a funeral
Funerals can provide closure and comfort for grieving friends and family. So what do you do when your loved one has requested to not have one?
Ariella Birnbaum - How Do I Want to be Remembered?
It can be grim to think about what’ll happen after you pass away – but it doesn’t have to be.
Ariella Birnbaum - A Greener Approach to Funeral Flowers
It's common to send flowers to mourning family and friends, but did you know there are ways to reduce your eco-footprint even with this seemingly 'green' gift.
Rachel Hechtman