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 is committed to helping you find balance - so you can continue serving families while also taking care of yourself. That’s why we offer free, confidential resources designed to support your emotional health, reduce stress and help you navigate the challenges of funeral service.

Confidential Support When You Need It

SupportLinc is NFDA’s free member assistance program, offering 24/7 access to professional support for you and your immediate family. This confidential service includes:

• Immediate in-the-moment support by phone, web, text, or mobile app
• Up to three in-person or virtual counseling sessions per year
• Digital support groups led by licensed counselors
• Legal and financial consultation
• Referrals for child care, elder care, home repairs, and more
• A website and app full of helpful tools and resources

You’re always there for others—let someone be there for you. Learn more at NFDA.org/SupportLinc.

Quick Tools to Reduce Stress

In just five minutes, you can take steps to protect your well-being with Take 5, a series of short, interactive activities designed specifically for funeral professionals. These videos, quizzes, and self-assessments will help you:

• Identify stress and burnout symptoms
• Learn simple self-care strategies
• Develop a personal plan for managing stress
• Discover additional mental health resources

No matter how busy you are, taking five minutes for yourself is always worth it. Explore Take 5 at NFDA.org/Take5.

A Free Handbook to Guide Your Self-Care

The Caring for Families & Caring for Yourself handbook, written by grief expert Dr. Alan Wolfelt for the Funeral Service Foundation, provides practical tools to help you manage stress and find balance. This free resource includes:

• Self-care strategies tailored for funeral professionals
• Quizzes and journaling prompts to help you assess your well-being
• Guidance on setting boundaries and managing workplace stress

A Self-Care Manifesto poster is also available, making it easy to keep self-care top of mind in your funeral home. Request your free copies at FuneralServiceFoundation.org.

You Matter - Let NFDA Help

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. Whether you need immediate support, quick stress-relief tools, or a deeper dive into self-care, NFDA is here for you. Explore these resources today and take the first step toward prioritizing your well-being.