Sarah

5 days ago

Good morning everyone! We’d like to share the below words from Heart of Kent Hospice about their Compassionate Neighbour Project as a close friend is a volunteer in this wonderful initiative. “The project was launched in January 2020 to tackle social isolation and loneliness for those living with a life-limiting illness or frailty in Maidstone, Tonbridge and Malling and surrounding towns and villages. In just one year, the project has recruited and trained 67 Compassionate Neighbour volunteers, of which 51 have been matched and supported 67 isolated members within the local community.To meet the needs of the community, so that no one nearing the end of their life through age or illness feels lonely, Heart of Kent Hospice is aiming to recruit and train at least six new volunteers every month”.If any of our followers feel they could be part of this fantastic scheme, get in touch with the Heart of Kent Hospice, they’d love to hear from you. 🌸 ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

Albany Funerals

1 week ago

Some welcome news - restrictions on numbers of people attending funerals will be lifted from 17th May, dependant on venue size. Although it might have been preferable to have a more gradual easing, this will make a difference to the bereaved. ... See MoreSee Less

Covid-19: No limit at funerals in England from 17 May

www.bbc.co.uk

The government is preparing to remove the 30-person legal limit a month earlier than planned.

Albany Funerals

3 weeks ago

With the coronavirus restrictions still limiting funerals to 30 people, being able to offer a live stream of the service has made such a difference to many of our clients. We've had friends and family members from all over the world joining us on their screens from the comfort and safety of their own homes, and also even fully participating in 'Zoom' funerals. Some are still a bit skeptical but we honestly find that the experience has been mostly positive, and offered a real lifeline in some situations. Here is a little video prepared by one of the celebrants we work with which offers some great insight and advice on how to get the most out of attending a funeral via live-stream or Zoom. Thank you Marc Lemezma. https://vimeo.com/531153582 ... See MoreSee Less

Making The Most OF Online Funerals

vimeo.com

Viewing funerals online can be as fulfilling and being there in person. This is especially so when you take the time to prepare yourself and mark the occasion. The...

Video

Albany Funerals

3 weeks ago

The team at Albany are proud to be Dementia Friends Champions and we are a Dementia Friendly business. Dementia Friends are trained volunteers who encourage others to learn a little bit about dementia. Champions run Information Sessions in their community and inspire others to help those living with dementia live well.If you register your organisation with Dementia Friends, you will get access to resources and information aimed at helping members of your organisation understand dementia and how it may affect a person.For further information head to Dementia UK Dementia Friends or Building a Dementia Friendly Maidstone. ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

Albany Funerals

4 weeks ago

Our branch in Great Chart, just outside of Ashford is within a beautiful converted barn on New Street farm which was previously a fully working farm. When visiting Albany you can be assured of a warm welcome in peaceful and relaxing surroundings. As you can see our bereavement dog, Pix, rather likes standing at the front door watching the world go by. Please contact us on 01233 650746 if you require further information. ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

Albany Funerals

1 month ago

Rather than a traditional service did you know you can organise an unattended cremation? For some the formal ceremony at a crematorium is not feasible, too costly, unbearable or has no meaning in a space that can feel disconnected to the person who died. An unattended cremation enables you to arrange a celebration of your loved one’s life at a venue of your own choice where you can say goodbye with scattering of ashes, or not.This type of memorial gives you the opportunity, with more time and space, to add personal and creative aspects to saying farewell. At Albany we embrace this option wholeheartedly, there are so many ways of saying goodbye, we want people to know there are choices and families do not have to be constricted by tradition. The images are of an unattended cremation, at all times our staff and the staff at Vinters Park Crematorium treat the departed with peaceful dignity.In this instance the family held an afternoon tea around the coffin in the beautiful lounge space at our Ashford premises, they shared laughter, anecdotes and photographs whilst listening to favourite songs and reminiscing, it was a very special afternoon. (Photos shared with permission and government guidelines were observed). ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

Albany Funerals

1 month ago

Advice for us all, delivered in a beautiful, personal and poignant little clip. ... See MoreSee Less

The Final Act by Fran Hall

vimeo.com

This is "The Final Act by Fran Hall" by Shaun Foulds on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

Video

Albany Funerals

2 months ago

Despite the light drizzle this was a beautiful service at Eden Valley Woodland Burial Ground celebrating the life of a much loved Mother. The flowers from Star & The Rose were stunning and seamlessly complemented the surroundings. ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

Albany Funerals

2 months ago

I don’t think I’ve ever read anything that summed up grief quite like this beautiful piece of writing. I’m sure some of you will relate completely. ❤️Thank you once again Fran Hall. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

Finding words

www.goodfuneralguide.co.uk

I think I understand now why the sea is so often used as a metaphor when talking or writing about emotions. When I’m trying to understand how I’m feeling, the descriptive words in my mind are almo...

Albany Funerals

2 months ago

Today marks one year since the first national lockdown. The team at Albany will participate in a minute’s silence to show support to those who have lost loved ones during the pandemic. ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

From Facebook