The Top 8 Celebration of Life Planning Elements

A question I often receive when families first get in touch with me is โ€œWhat can you help me withโ€?

I explain that my role is a blend of what you'd expect from an event planner yet thoughtfully refined for the tone of a celebration of life. I offer support with memorial-specific elements that make the gathering truly meaningful.

๐Ÿค Venue Selection: Assisting in finding the right space for your gathering, a place that feels like your loved one, ensuring the right tone and atmosphere for the day.

๐Ÿ’› Design & Styling: Providing creative concepts, design, and on-site styling to create a warm environment with bespoke selections that evoke the memory of your loved one. โ€‹From subtle and understated touches to decor that is impactful and layered with depth.

๐Ÿค Audio-Visual Services: Coordinating with trusted partners to provide projectors, tv screens, sound systems, microphones, technicians, recordings, and livestream options. Providing stress-free technical components.

๐Ÿ’› Customized Menus & Beverages: Arranging for a variety of options such as reception-style menus, seated meals, custom beverages, and incorporating your loved oneโ€™s favourites to personalize the experience.

๐Ÿค Memory Table Design: Designing memory tables using in-house candles, linens, and decor paired with your special items and memorabilia, creating a heartfelt tribute. โ€‹

๐Ÿ’› Photo Slideshows: Connecting you to professional photo slideshow providers. From simple slideshows to premium tributes with family interviews, you may customize your order by integrating video clips, embedding select music and having a photo book companion printed.

๐Ÿค Floral Arrangements: Uniquely curated pieces with local, sustainable florists Hunt & Gather. Providing inspiration and colour palette from small arrangements to stunning floral installations. โ€‹

๐Ÿ’› Celebrant Services: Pairing you with skilled and compassionate ceremony celebrants to lead the service in a manner that honours your loved oneโ€™s life and helps you tell their story. โ€‹

Let me know in the comments, is there something missing from the top 8 list that surprised you?

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Start with a conversation.


Share a few initial details.
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You may include your contact information and any details that feel helpful at this stage.
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Receive a thoughtful reply.
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We will respond personally, answering an initial question, recommending a planning option, or suggesting a conversation.
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Decide what feels right.
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From there, you can choose whether you would like to connect further.