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Death guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed's specialists, no legal jargon.
- What is a Celebration of Life service?
In recent times, many Australians have turned to Celebration of Life services as a meaningful, yet less sombre way of saying goodbye to loved ones. Read on to learn about these types of services and how they differ to traditional funerals and memorial services.
Rachel Hechtman - Open or Closed Casket Funeral Service: What's the difference?
Deciding to have an open or closed casket funeral service. Here we break down the pros and cons of each to help you make the best choice for your loved one.
Willed - How to Write an Epitaph in Five Steps
Here are five steps to help you learn how to write an epitaph. Keep reading to learn more.
Willed - Overcoming the Fear of Death
A healthy fear of death can help us make responsible and safe choices. But for some, the fear of death is all consuming. Read on to learn more about thanatophobia and necrophobia.
Ariella Birnbaum - What Happens if You Die Abroad?
It’s the last thing we want to think about when jetting off on a vacation, but ensuring you have the right plans in place – should something go wrong – is pretty important (and extremely worthwhile).
Ariella Birnbaum - What Happens to Frozen Eggs, Sperm and Embryos When You Die?
In recent years, we've seen the rise of a new conversation – one about reproductive material and assets.
Ariella Birnbaum - What Does it Mean to Have a Good Death?
Living well is one thing. Let’s talk about dying well.
Ariella Birnbaum - Things to do with a Wedding Ring After a Spouse's Death
Losing a partner is one of life’s most difficult challenges, and the transition to life without them can take time. If you’re wondering what to do with your wedding ring, here are some ideas that might feel right for you.
Ariella Birnbaum - Death Care Is Healthcare: The importance of trans-inclusive deathcare
Trans-inclusive deathcare should be front-and-centre of the healthcare conversation, because everyone deserves to be treated, celebrated and remembered as themselves.
Ariella Birnbaum - Can You be Buried in a Coma?
Every day, online search engines are inundated with all kinds of prickly, morbid questions. This is one of them.
Ariella Birnbaum - What to Say to Someone who is Dying
Conversation starters for when you feel awkward about conversation-starting.
Ariella Birnbaum - Voluntary Assisted Dying and Euthanasia in Australia (with Resources)
Read on for a general explainer of what Voluntary Assisted Dying is, who can access it and why it’s so important.
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