A Fresh Approach to Funerals
We believe it’s time to start a more open conversation about death and what it means to us today. This blog is a place to share new ideas, practical advice, and stories from the frontlines of death and dying.
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Explaining things clearly and openly helps you make the choices that are right for you. This is what will happen, step by step, when you arrange a funeral with Poppy's.
Rev Jonathan Hayes, vicar of Christ Church in East Sheen, tells us why his church recently hosted a funeral and end of life planning day.
We talk to Emma Clare, from End Of Life Doula UK, about a new project, right on Poppy’s doorstep in Richmond and Kingston, to extend doula care to more people via the NHS.
After someone dies, their death must usually be registered within five days. Here, we share the most important things you need to know about registering a death.
Quakers are known for their simple lives and silent worship. This blog explores what happens at a Quaker funeral.
Recent arrests at a funeral directors in Hull have raised concerns about care for the dead. We explain how we look after the people in our care and why transparency matters.