Grief

5 Ways that Funeral Services Can Help with the Grieving Process

After a loss, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the thought of planning a funeral or memorial service. In fact, some families find it so daunting they want to forego the funeral entirely. However, our care team here at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and… Read More

Obituaries: Why They Matter

Do you or someone you know read the obituary section of the paper every day? Some may find it a morbid practice, but in truth, the obituary is simply another means whereby we honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, and allow their memory to live on. When… Read More

Are You Grieving or Depressed? Here’s How to Tell the Difference.

Every day, our care team meets with families in New Jersey and beyond who have lost a friend or family member. Some arrive at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services tired but at peace, having… Read More

Our Top 8 Tips for Taking Food to Grieving Loved Ones

When someone you care about loses a loved one, the first instinct is often, “What can I do to help?” Here in Flemington, showing support often means food is on the way. Take it from our care team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services: Sympathy meals… Read More

8 Tips for Managing Grief During the Holidays

For families in New Jersey who have lost a loved one recently, we know the holidays are going to look and feel different. Our caring team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services sees this every day as we meet with our neighbors to plan… Read More

Expressing Gratitude During Difficult Times

With fall in full swing, the holiday season is officially upon us. The team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services looks forward to this time of year in anticipation of the wonderful sights, sounds, and flavors of the Thanksgiving season! And fall in New Jersey… Read More

5 Tips for Helping Grieving Teens

Grief is overwhelming at any age, but the death of a loved one can be especially tough for teenagers, who are already dealing with the ups and downs of adolescence. Our staff at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services has a lot of experience planning funeral arrangements… Read More

4 Tips for Sorting Through a Loved One’s Belongings After Death

Families who come to Wright & Ford Cremation Service and Funeral Home from all around Hunterdon and Somerset Counties often tell us that one of the most heartbreaking moments of losing a loved one is returning to an empty home filled with memories – and possessions. Organizing items that… Read More

Coping with the Loss of a Parent

Losing a parent is a particular loss that hits every individual differently. No matter when or how the death occurs, the corresponding grief can be incredibly difficult to face. Perhaps you spoke frequently with your mother or father and now find it unbearable that you can’t call or text them… Read More

How To Offer Support from a Distance

Imagine this situation: Your friend just lost a loved one. You want to do everything you can to offer support, but you live halfway across the country. How can you help when you’re so far away?   It’s likely that many of us may have faced this situation over… Read More