10 short verses for funerals

Many people choose to read memorial or bereavement poems at a funeral. Some of the world’s greatest poets have written down their thoughts and feelings on the loss of their loved ones, which may help you understand your own emotions. Whether it is finding the perfect way to express your love, or finding the words that capture what your loved one would have thought, poetry can give you great comfort in voicing…

How to Cope When it Seems Like Everyone Wants to Forget

I recently read a quote from grief researcher and theorist Kenneth Doka that said: “All grief becomes disenfranchised over time” To be honest, I read this off a PowerPoint slide that I randomly stumbled upon on the Internet so I don’t have much context (though I can tell you that the name of the presentation was “Disenfranchised Grief in the 21st Century: New Problems, New Strategies”). Regardless, I think I understand…

Here’s what a Funeral Director does for you

There are several different ways in which you can memorialize and honor a person who has passed away. These services give some solace to the grieving family. Most families want the funeral service to be personal, familiar and comforting; this helps them say their goodbyes and reminisce the good moments they have shared with the person. The service A funeral director helps organize funeral services just the way the family…

We are committed to making LASUTH functional – Taiwo Ogunsola

AS part of its commitment towards assisting the Lagos State government to provide quality health care delivery services, the management of TOS Funerals recently donated 18 Intensive Care Unit, ICU, beds to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH. In this interview with Sola Ogundipe, the CEO/Managing Director of the facility, Mrs Taiwo Ogunsola, explained that the gesture was in remembrance of her late husband, Mr Lekan Ogunsola, who passed…

How to support a grieving friend

If one of your close friends has ever experienced a major loss, you know that watching somebody you care about suffer is, in itself, a type of suffering. Understand that there’s no way to solve all of your friend’s woes during this time. You can, however, offer support. Here are some ways you can be there for somebody you care about when they’ve lost somebody close to them. Listen and…

Apps to keep your memory sharp

Your mind needs a workout. Just like any other muscle, your brain benefits from frequent use, and research shows keeping your brain active can help prevent memory loss, improve focus and increase overall cognitive function. Sure, working The  crossword puzzle over a cup of coffee is one way to keep your brain active, but smart phone technology lets you mix it up while you’re on the go. Next time you’re…