Brochures
These professionally designed brochures about funeral and end-of-life topics from the Funeral Consumers Alliance may be downloaded and printed for distribution to members or at events.
Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Virginia Blue Ridge
Protecting your end-of-life rights
Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Virginia Blue Ridge
Protecting your end-of-life rights
Category Legal
What to Do When a Family Member Dies
This expanded “Checklist of Things to DO After Death” is based on an article published by AARP in June 2020,…
Documents Everyone Needs at End of Life
These essential documents for end of life will help you to cover all the bases for yourself or a loved one.
Do Not Resuscitate DNR Form
Download Virginia's DNR form to execute a Durable Do Not Resuscitate Order (DDNR) that comports with your wishes in accordance with Virginia law.
DNR Bracelets & Pendants
A DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) bracelet helps communicate your wishes to medical professionals if you become unresponsive. Authorized providers of DNR bracelets and pendants in Virginia.
Designate an Agent for Body Disposition
Your power to designate an agent for body disposition is honored in all states. Learn more and download a pre-made form for Virginia.
Virginia Advance Medical Directive
In this post you will find various advance medical directive forms for Virginia, beginning with the most commonly used form, along with background on advance directives, a table for choosing the right form for you, and info and links to the registry where your wishes may be uploaded to the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).
FTC Funeral Rule
The Funeral Rule, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, makes it possible for you to choose only those goods and services you want or need and to pay only for those you select, whether you are making arrangements when a death occurs or in advance. The Rule allows you to compare prices among funeral homes, and makes it possible for you to select the funeral arrangements you want at the home you use.
Your Digital Legacy
Laws governing digital assets, digital estate planning, helpful tools and resources for handling digital assets after death.
Financial Assistance for Final Arrangements
Where to inquire for financial assistance with final arrangements, including Department of Social Services, Catholic charities, even local funeral homes.
How to Arrange a Home Funeral
Learn how to arrange a home funeral and why you might want to, the legal requirements, how to handle the body, and ideas for holding a vigil.
Death Away From Home
How to handle death in a foreign country, death away from home in the US, shipping the body, making cemetery arrangements and more while traveling.
Veterans Funeral and Burial Benefits
by Funeral Consumers Alliance, published at funerals.org. United States veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors are entitled to many…
Did You Forget? The Most Important Part of Funeral Planning
Salespeople urge you to plan your funeral—for “peace of mind.” But a piece or peace may be missing if you forget that funerals are for the living.
End-of-Life Resources
Helpful forms, to-do lists, DNR forms, and resources related to the funeral industry, and end-of-life issues.
Common Funeral Myths
Uncover the truth about common funeral myths and save money by making informed choices during the funeral planning process.
Newsletters
News from the funeral industry, 2019-present.
History of the Funeral Consumer Movement
Learn about the history of the funeral consumer movement, its guiding beliefs and evolving activities and services.