The COVID-19 pandemic was not only a physical crisis but also a psychological one. It completely transformed our attitudes and behaviours, and in 2023, whilst a lot of ‘normal life’ has resumed, some members of the public still feel uncomfortable or anxious about attending mass events such as funerals.
Dealing with the death of a loved one is incredibly difficult, and there is an ongoing pressure to ensure that funeral services are accessible to everyone who wishes to pay their respects.
We feel strongly that all friends, family and colleagues should be able to pay their respects regardless of contexts such as illness, distance or venue capacity. So we’re on hand to help by providing funeral live streaming services and helping people remain connected even if they can’t be there in person.
The COVID-19 pandemic was an extremely difficult time, but we are continuing to help thousands of families to gain a level of control back by sharing the service online via a private link for guests to pay respects in their own way.
We’re now seeing more and more individuals reach out due to guests not being able to make it, or not feeling comfortable to attend a large gathering. By live streaming the funeral service, families and loved ones can still be a part of the service, wherever they are in the world.
Below are some links that experts have shared on what they know about the ways we’re mourning now — and how to help those who are grieving.
COVID-19 FUNERAL HELP & GUIDANCE:
NHS – Get help with grief after bereavement or loss
Help Guide – Coping with grief and loss
The Verge – Grief support systems have been wrecked by COVID-19
CNN Health – Grief and fear after a COVID-19 death: managing a double trauma
