The funeral home business is primarily a customer service business, and most of our clients come to Santee, SC funeral homes when they need compassion and support. That’s why we are always on the lookout for how we can serve you better by keeping up with the latest trends. Here are five of the ways that Avinger Funeral Home is evolving with the times to better serve you and your loved one.

Digital Outreach

How many times have you gotten an invitation to an event that is just a little too soon for you to make it across the country? It’s possible that a funeral will have many guests that would love to be there but can’t make it on short notice. That’s why our digital outreach program makes it easy to share in the event from half a country or world away. Combining live streamed services with digital guestbooks and memory walls, it’s easy to pay your respects digitally.

Serving the Community

Many of our clients want to make a positive impact on the world in honor of the loved one they’re laying to rest. That’s why our digital services program is commonly used to raise money for a chosen charity, by asking well-wishers to leave a donation in lieu of flowers or gifts. We also partner with local businesses, making it easy to arrange catering or arrangements for the funeral and support local merchants.

Greater Personalization

Families often ask us how they can leave a lasting memory of their loved one in places other than a headstone or marker. For families that choose cremation, most of our extensive line of designer urns come with the option for an inscription of a favorite quote or a message of love. When laying your loved one to rest in a local funeral, it’s a common extra choice to dedicate a tree or park bench in the family member’s name.

Greening the Funeral

A consistent theme we see, especially with our younger clients, is that they want to make a positive impact on the environment. That extends to how they handle funerals, and we’ve extended our menu of eco-friendly options. This includes biodegradable and recycled coffins, biodegradable urns that will release a seed and turn into a tree once planted, and the option for recycled paper for funeral programs.

Memorials at Your Own Pace

Planning a funeral and memorial service right after an unexpected death can be overwhelming. Whether you choose burial or cremation, we’re happy to help you arrange the affairs and then come back to plan a larger memorial service when the time is right. This can include a basic cremation service or graveside ceremony, followed by a larger reception featuring all the guests you want at a later date with some of our packages.

Avinger Funeral Home is learning and evolving every time, and we’re ready to serve our clients seeking the help of Santee, SC funeral homes. Contact us for more information or to set up a consultation today.