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At CPJ Field we are committed to delivering a high quality of services. We also ensure we are regularly up to date with wider industry news and events which would be of interest.

Please find below commentary, wider funeral industry news and campaigns we run to support the recently bereaved.

08/06/2023

Physical Impact of Grief

The physical impact of grief can affect the body in many ways. There are a great number of studies into varying ways in which grief can affect the body. It is known to increase inflammation, to weaken the immune system, increase blood pressure and adrenaline as well as causing heart problems.

01/06/2023

What To Do With Financial Affairs When Someone Dies

Dealing with financial affairs when someone dies can be complex and challenging.

13/05/2023

The Benefits of Social Prescribing

In recent times, social prescribing has become a recognised referral process that is used by health practitioners to help those affected by loneliness, isolation, stress, and other emotional needs.

11/05/2023

Cancelling leisure & entertainment accounts after death

After the death of a loved one, cancelling leisure and entertainment accounts will probably be the last thing on your mind. But in today’s digital world, with over 90% of adults in the UK using the Internet, it is almost certain that your loved one will have several accounts, and it’s important that they are closed or transferred to prevent identity theft or fraud. You will also want to avoid incurring charges from accounts that automatically renew.

27/04/2023

What should I wear to a funeral?

Deciding what to wear to a funeral can be a tricky task, especially if you are wondering if the choice of clothes has changed in recent years or if traditional attire is still the best choice.

28/03/2023

Modern and Personalised Funerals from Cooper & Son

Cooper & Son offers modern and personalised funerals from its four funeral homes in East Sussex.

14/03/2023

Job Opportunities for the Over 50s

The pandemic saw more over 50s than ever before leaving the workforce and not return. However, a recent survey by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) discovered that the majority of workers aged 50 to 65 who left employment during the pandemic are keen to return to the workplace if they could find suitable roles.

07/03/2023

Is a Direct Cremation for you, and for your family?

Simple, direct cremations are attracting more interest and press coverage but how important is it to talk through what you are choosing before reaching a decision?

16/02/2023

Kind And Sensitive Funeral Services from Heritage & Sons

Working throughout the pretty villages and gorgeous market towns of Buckinghamshire, and now also Hertfordshire, with the addition of Tring. Heritage & Sons are proud of its longevity and service to the local area.

14/02/2023

A visit to Brightwater Memorial Park

We feel it’s of vital importance to be well informed about all of the options available to grieving families arranging funerals or planning for a funeral in future. It was with this firmly in mind that Senior Funeral Director Kerri Spiers and I visited Brightwater Memorial Park in Orpington.

07/02/2023

How To Get Help with Bereavement Counselling

Grieving is a natural response after the death of a loved one and for many people the support of family and friends is all that is needed. However, if you feel you may require professional support, how do you go about finding help with bereavement counselling?

31/01/2023

New Funeral Home in Aylesbury

We are delighted to be opening a new centrally located Heritage & Sons funeral home, to allow us to expand our funeral and community services within Aylesbury and its surrounding areas.