The Gift of Understanding: Brain Donation and PTSD Research June 03, 2025 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of people worldwide, from combat veterans and first responders to survivors of domestic partner abuse, accidents or natural disasters. Yet despite its prevalence, the condition remains shrouded in scientific mystery. What causes PTSD in som...
Four Days. One Unforgettable Experience: The 2025 NFDA Convention & Expo June 02, 2025 Discover fresh ideas, innovative solutions and the inspiration to shape the future of funeral service in the heart of Chicago. Registration is open for the most anticipated event in funeral service: the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) 2025 International Convention & Expo, taking...
Comments Regarding HBO Documentary "The Mortician" May 30, 2025 A new three-part documentary, "The Mortician," premieres on HBO on June 1. The trailer can be viewed here: Press.WBD.com/US/Media-Release/HBO-Original-Three-Part-Documentary-Series-Mortician-Debuts-June-1. The documentary has been described in the following way: "The Morticia...
Foundation Surpasses $1 Million in Academic Scholarships May 30, 2025 Thanks to the generosity of its donors, the Funeral Service Foundation awarded 32 academic scholarships this spring totaling $92,500 to students across the United States and Canada. This milestone brings the Foundation’s total academic scholarship contributions to over $1 million since the pro...
NFDA Brings Arranger Training to Your Screen May 30, 2025 NFDA is expanding its popular Arranger Training program with a new, virtual offering: the Arrangement Solutions Academy. This four-week, instructor-led series brings together small groups of funeral professionals for real-world problem-solving, peer learning and expert guidance from NFDA Trainer Lan...
Reserve Your Room by June 30 for the 2025 Leadership Conference May 30, 2025 Planning to attend the 2025 NFDA Leadership Conference? Don’t forget to reserve your room by June 30 to take advantage of NFDA’s special rate at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California. Taking place August 3–6, this year’s Leadership Conference offers a unique oppo...
Digging In: The Ripple Effect of Funeral Mentorship May 30, 2025 Tuesday, June 25, 6 p.m. CT Join fellow funeral professionals for an open, peer-driven conversation on the value of mentorship in the funeral service profession. This discussion builds on the April episode of A Brush With Death. There is no cost to participate in the discussion, but we do ask ...
You Support Families - Now Let NFDA Support You May 29, 2025 As a funeral service professional, you dedicate yourself to supporting grieving families during their most difficult moments. But who supports you? The demands of this profession can take a toll, leading to stress, compassion fatigue and burnout. NFDA deeply cares about your well-being and i...
FAMIC Leads Profession-Wide Effort to Tackle Funeral Service Workforce Crisis May 28, 2025 New video series offers peer-driven solutions to help funeral homes recruit and retain staff The Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC), in collaboration with its member associations, has taken a proactive step in addressing one of the funeral profession’s most urgent challenges: ...
Memorial Day – NFDA Offices Closed May 22, 2025 "The legacy of heroes - the memory of a great name, and the inheritance of a great example." ~Benjamin Disraeli On this Memorial Day, the NFDA Board of Directors and staff join with the nation in honoring the sacrifices of those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Pleas...