Common Ground: Bereavement Sector Chats
Common Ground: Bereavement Sector Chats
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Join us for Common Ground: Bereavement Sector Chats as we delve into the intricacies of the funeral, cremation, and cemetery services profession. Explore what makes this sector truly unique and discover how our work impacts the lives of both professionals and the families we serve. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of the field or supporting those in need, Common Ground offers insights and stories that resonate across the entire bereavement community.
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The podcast addresses various themes such as sustainability in funerals, diversity in the bereavement profession, and the challenges faced by industry professionals, with episodes like 'Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Funeral Trends' discussing eco-conscious practices and 'Finding Common Ground' exploring workforce issues and the importance of cultural awareness.
Join us for Common Ground: Bereavement Sector Chats as we delve into the intricacies of the funeral, cremation, and cemetery services profession. Explore what makes this sector truly unique and discover how our work impacts the lives of both professionals and the families we serve. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of the field or supporting those in need, Common Ground offers insights and stories that resonate across the entire bereavement community.
In this episode of Common Ground, hosts Darren Denomme and Kate McMaster explore how early planning — from drafting a will to documenting final wishes — helps families, executors, and professionals navigate loss with clarity and compassion.
Joining the conversation are Andrea Love, OACFP Board Member and President & CEO of Legacy Private Trust, and Mark O’Farrell, CEO of The Canadian Institute of Certified Executor Advisors. Together, they discuss the importance of Make a Will Month, the often-overlooked connection between estate planning and bereavement care, and how OACFP’s Priority of Persons advocacy is helping to reduce confusion and conflict when making final arrangements.
From understanding the role of executors and powers of attorney to helping families start meaningful conversations about their wishes, this episode offers practical insights for professionals and the public alike.
Andrea Love – President & CEO, Legacy Private Trust; OACFP Board Member. Brings decades of financial and fiduciary experience helping families and professionals navigate estate planning and trust administration.
Mark O’Farrell – CEO, The Canadian Institute of Certified Executor Advisors. Leads Canada’s premier organization for executor education and certification, promoting clarity, collaboration, and professionalism in estate administration.
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