Cremation, Green Funeral Options, and Your Rights with Dr. Mark Evely

Cremation, Green Funeral Options, and Your Rights with Dr. Mark Evely

In this episode of Funeral Syllabus, Aisha Langford talks with Dr. Mark Evely, Director of the Mortuary Science Program at Wayne State University, about today’s most important funeral planning topics. Dr. Evely breaks down the different types of cremation, including traditional flame cremation and water cremation (alkaline hydrolysis), and explains why some options are not yet available in every state.You’ll also learn about green and eco-friendly funeral options, how funeral trends are changing, and what families should know about their consumer rights when working with funeral homes. Dr. Evely shares practical advice for planning ahead, documenting your wishes, and making informed decisions long before a time of loss.If you’re interested in cremation, sustainability, or understanding your legal rights in funeral planning, this episode offers clear, expert guidance to help you make confident choices.Resources:Funeral Syllabus website: https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ [https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/]About Dr. Evely: https://applebaum.wayne.edu/profile/aq8246 [https://applebaum.wayne.edu/profile/aq8246]The Federal Trade Commission’s Funeral Rule: Helping Consumers Make Informed Decisions During Difficult Times: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/topics/truth-advertising/funeral-rule [https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/topics/truth-advertising/funeral-rule]

Home Safety Expert Martin Simenc Shares Simple Home Modifications for Safer Living as We Age

In this episode of the Funeral Syllabus Podcast, host Aisha Langford, MPH, PhD, speaks with Martin Simenc about the basic considerations regarding home modifications that promote safer living spaces as we age.Martin Simenc is the owner and founder of Home Safety Services, Inc., Northern California’s preeminent provider of home modification services, which enable seniors to maintain independence at home.Resources:Funeral Syllabus Website: https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ [https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/]Home Safety Services Website: https://www.homesafety.net/ [https://www.homesafety.net/]What is Funeral Syllabus?: https://youtu.be/Y2jeUizBW14?si=eBKXQzZ_4PHRGn5t [https://youtu.be/Y2jeUizBW14?si=eBKXQzZ_4PHRGn5t]

The Organized Caregiver: Lynda Shrager on Aging at Home and Decluttering

In this episode of the Funeral Syllabus Podcast, host Aisha Langford, MPH, PhD, interviews Lynda Shrager, OTR, MSW, CAPS, nationally recognized occupational therapist, social worker, and certified aging-in-place specialist with more than 30 years of experience helping older adults live safely and independently. Known as "The Organized Caregiver," she is the author of "Age in Place: A Guide to Modifying, Organizing, and Decluttering Mom and Dad’s Home," which offers practical strategies for caregiving, home safety, and aging well. In this episode, she discusses how to help our older loved ones age in place and declutter their living spaces. Resources: Funeral Syllabus: https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ [https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/] Lynda Shrager‘s current website: http://otherwisehealthy.com/ [http://otherwisehealthy.com/] Lynda's future website: www.theorganizedcaregiver.com [www.theorganizedcaregiver.com ](coming soon!)Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/organizedcaregiver/ [https://www.instagram.com/organizedcaregiver/] Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/theorganizedcaregiver/ [https://www.facebook.com/theorganizedcaregiver/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynda-shrager-otr-msw-caps-aka-the-organized-caregiver-9318081b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynda-shrager-otr-msw-caps-aka-the-organized-caregiver-9318081b/]

Primary Care and End-of-Life Planning with Dr. Aishwarya Iyer

In this episode of the Funeral Syllabus Podcast, host AishaLangford, MPH, PhD, interviews Aishwarya Iyer, MD, MPH, a family medicinephysician as we explore the intersection of primary care basics and end-of-lifeplanning.   Resources: Funeral Syllabus: https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ [https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/] Talking With Your Doctor or Health Care Provider: https://www.nih.gov/institutes-nih/nih-office-director/office-communications-public-liaison/clear-communication/talking-your-doctor#:~:text=It's%20important%20to%20be%20honest,diagnosis%2C%20treatment%2C%20and%20recovery. [https://www.nih.gov/institutes-nih/nih-office-director/office-communications-public-liaison/clear-communication/talking-your-doctor#:~:text=It's%20important%20to%20be%20honest,diagnosis%2C%20treatment%2C%20and%20recovery.]

Grief and Caregiving with Dr. Theresa Skaar, Social Psychologist

Dr. Theresa Skaar is a social psychologist, certified Mind-body Skills facilitator, and qualified Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction practitioner. She joins Funeral Syllabus Podcast, hosted by Aisha Langford, MPH, PhD, for this episode about grief and caregiving.ResourcesFuneral Syllabus: https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ [https://www.funeralsyllabus.com/ ]Theresa Skaar's Website: https://ccwithdrt.com/ [https://ccwithdrt.com/ ]The Negative Space: Support for Caregivers: https://www.thenegativespace.life/ [ https://www.thenegativespace.life/ ]