Helpful Hearts

Experiencing the death of a loved one can be a very difficult and confusing time. This is especially true for parents who have lost a child. During this devastating time, parents are overwhelmed and don't know where to turn. While nothing can ease the pain of losing a child, we can help ease the financial burden. Not everyone has the ability to make plans for final arrangements ahead of time. Part

icularly in the case of the death of a child, or any unexpected death, families are faced with a sudden financial obligation that they may not be able to meet. There are some funeral homes that do not charge for their services for children (please ask us for help in locating one), however there are still certain costs relating to merchandise (casket, urn, vault, etc), as well as third-party fees (cemetery charges, flowers, monument) that need to be paid. While there is currently a program in place at the state level (Wisconsin Funeral and Cemetery Aids Program or WFCAP) to provide assistance to some low-income residents in need of burial or cremation services, there are many that do not meet eligibility requirements, but are still experiencing legitimate financial hardships. The support we offer is geared toward these families and those who do not have life insurance.