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A reception after a funeral or memorial service is a very common option. It allows people to mingle and offer each other the comfort they need after a death and so it is definitely something you should consider as you make arrangements. Putting together a reception does not have to be difficult, but it can be important to know about a few common mistakes that you should avoid. Here are the ones that directors of funeral homes in Richmond, VA tend to see often.
One very common mistake people make when planning a reception after a service is not having a clear idea of how many people will attend. If you are having the reception right after the service in the same location, you may really not know how many people will show up. If you have a large budget and can plan more refreshments then this may not be an issue, but if you are depending on an average count of people, you need to consider sending out RSVPs. Everything will be much easier if you know what to expect.
Another common mistake is not having a budget in mind. People who do not put together a budget do end up spending more than those who do take the time to do this, so be certain that you are sure of what you want to spend. You should research a bit on the average costs of what you have in mind so that there are no surprises.
You also should consider the location. Lots of people think that it is necessary to have the reception at the funeral home or wherever the service took place. That is not the case. You can choose to have it anywhere you prefer. These days, lots of people are choosing to have the reception at home, offering a more intimate atmosphere for those who are mourning. Depending on where you want to have the reception and how large the space is, you may need to have fewer guests than you would otherwise have. This is an essential thing to consider, so be sure that you are taking the time to consider the location.
These are all important mistakes that you can easily avoid if you take the time to learn a bit more about putting a service and a reception together. There are always providers ready to help you so that you can avoid some of the worst pitfalls so be sure to ask before making a decision. You can learn much more about the process of making these arrangements by reaching out to a Richmond, VA funeral home like us at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service. Our team is here to help you with all of the questions and concerns you may have. You can stop by our location at 6500 Iron Bridge Rd Richmond, VA 23234 or you can give us a call right now at (804) 275-7828 to learn more about what we can offer.
