The worry and financial demands that critical illnesses may place upon a family are unmistakable. Nevertheless, there are still far too many people that do not have Critical Illness Insurance in Witham and throughout Essex. With this in mind, Laura Richardson looks to explain why Critical Illness Insurance should be a key requirement for any individual . . .

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When it comes to arranging a funeral, one of the most fundamental decisions to be made is the type of service that you actually want. However, whilst this decision is often based on the religious beliefs of the deceased, a 2016 survey by the National Centre of Social Research has revealed that more than half of Britons currently consider themselves to have no religion.

This could be problematic when it comes to arranging a funeral because, whilst there is typically a type of service, associated procedure, ceremony, readings and music, without the guidelines of a religion, it can be extremely difficult for the family of the deceased to make the most fitting decisions when arranging the funeral of their loved one. Whilst it is not unusual for some people to include their wishes for their funeral arrangements within their Will, it is not guaranteed that these wishes will be carried out. This is because any wishes included in your Will in this regard are not legally binding for your family members or loved ones.

Furthermore, there may be financial issues, or a certain request may not be feasible at the time of your death. For example, if you request a certain person to make a reading and they are no longer able to perform this task. There is however, a simple and cost effective way in which to secure your wishes for your funeral arrangements by using a Prepaid Funeral Plan, such as the kind that are provided by Andrew Douglas Wills and Legal Services as part of their Prepaid Funeral Planning advice.

This is because with a Prepaid Funeral Plan, you are able to secure your wishes for your funeral, and ensure that the associated costs will be covered, regardless of any future increase in costs. By planning your own funeral in this way, it can alleviate the need for your family and loved ones to make the many decisions involved in planning a funeral, during the difficult time immediately following your passing. Furthermore, you are ensuring that you receive the type of funeral that suits your religious, or non-religious beliefs, as well as covering many other decisions, such as whether you would like donations made on your behalf to a charity that is close to your heart.

Ultimately, Prepaid Funeral Planning can give you and your family the peace of mind that your wishes regarding your funeral are being fulfilled.

If you are interested in finding out more about Prepaid Funeral Planning then please contact Andrew Douglas Wills and Legal Services today via www.andrewdouglaswills.co.uk to find out more

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