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For individuals and families under age 65 who do not have access to employer-sponsored health insurance, Medicaid, or Veterans benefits, finding affordable and reliable health coverage is an important part of protecting both health and financial well-being. Fortunately, there are a variety of... Continue Reading
By Dr. Tanya Scotece, Ph.D., LFD, CFSP, and Brenda Stratton, Vice President of Sales, Mortuary Lift Company During a recent conversation with Brenda Stratton of Mortuary Lift Company, we began discussing what happens when a family chooses not to have a funeral, memorial service, celebration of... Continue Reading
There has been considerable confusion surrounding Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace subsidies, especially following the expiration of the enhanced financial assistance that was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many consumers are asking the same questions: Are subsidies still available,... Continue Reading
Understanding health care and health insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when you are faced with unfamiliar acronyms, industry jargon, and complex benefit details. Whether you are reviewing your health plan, comparing coverage options, or trying to understand a medical bill, knowing the... Continue Reading
Health insurance is one of the most important financial and healthcare decisions individuals, families, and employers make. Today's marketplace offers more choices than ever, providing solutions for people at every stage of life. Whether you're self-employed, working as a 1099 contractor,... Continue Reading
A practical guide for funeral home owners who want to serve families better, protect their revenue, and simplify how they get paid. Serving families during one of the hardest moments of their lives demands your full attention. Getting paid shouldn’t compete with that. For most funeral... Continue Reading
One of the most profound responsibilities entrusted to funeral directors is guiding families through decisions they have never had to make before. During one of the most emotionally overwhelming moments of their lives, families rely on us not only for technical expertise, but also for... Continue Reading
The Independent Funeral Directors of Florida (IFDF) is proud to celebrate a historic achievement for Florida's funeral profession: Governor Ron DeSantis has signed SB 598 into law, marking the first comprehensive revision of Chapter 497, Florida Statutes, in decades. In a legislative year defined... Continue Reading
A lesser-known form of disposition is expanding options for families in Florida. Dr. Tanya Scotece shares her personal and professional connection to whole-body donation for osteological study and how it supports education and medicolegal research. Continue Reading
Funeral homes run on precision. Between documentation, compliance, logistics, and family communication, there's very little room for error — and even less for tools that slow things down. But there’s still a gap funeral homes have to overcome: payments. Checks and cash are outdated... Continue Reading
In funeral service, we often speak about preparing the next generation. We speak about mentorship, experience, and the responsibility we hold in shaping those who will care for families at their most vulnerable moments. These conversations are meaningful. They are necessary. They are also... Continue Reading
Cheryl Lankford of DeLand, FL, Robin Giddons Shepard of Jacksonville, FL, and Tom Ralph of Plantation, along with a few others, were your representatives for the Florida Senate and Representatives. We met with the aids of Sen. Ashley Moody, Sen. Rick Scott, Rep. Maxwell Frost, and Rep John... Continue Reading
