Blog info section
Welcome to our information section. Here we share valuable insights, current developments, and inspiring stories from the world of funeral care. Whether it's new possibilities for saying goodbye, changes in legislation, or tips for keeping memories alive—we're happy to keep you informed.
At Cromboom Funeral Care, we believe in openness, engagement, and personalized care. Through this page, we aim to inform and connect you with articles that touch, support, and sometimes even offer comfort.
Check back regularly to stay informed about the latest news and special initiatives.
How parents and grandparents can help children cope with grief after loss
How can parents and grandparents help children cope with grief after the loss of a loved one? This blog offers practical tips on listening, communicating honestly, being involved in the farewell, and handling the process of greeting the body. Cromboom Funeral Services offers warm support during these difficult times.
Our Response to WinWin
The WinWin program exposed malpractice in the funeral sector, which led to uncertainty among families. At Uitvaartzorg Cromboom, we stand for openness, respect, and free choice. In this blog, we show how we work: transparent, humane, and without hidden arrangements.
Infection outbreak in nursing homes
Infection outbreak in nursing homes. STEC stands for Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli. This bacterium can enter the body through contaminated food or contact with contaminated surfaces.
digital death notification Flanders
Overview of the complete digitalization of death registration in Flanders via eLys, with attention to the process, the benefits, the partners involved, and the impact on relatives and the funeral sector.
Funeprior: Send condolence letters without worries
At Uitvaartzorg Cromboom, we strive to provide families with as much peace of mind as possible during difficult times. That's why, in collaboration with bpost, we offer a new and simple way to send condolence notices: Funeprior.
Why funeral prices in Belgium keep rising – and what you can do about it
Death is inevitable, but the costs associated with it seem to weigh more heavily each year. In Belgium, funeral prices have risen noticeably in recent years. For many families, this, on top of the emotional loss, adds an additional financial burden. But where do these rising costs come from? And how can you prepare for them?
Personal Funeral Transportation: A Last Journey with Meaning
A funeral is all about honoring the life and personality of the deceased. Increasingly, families are choosing a funeral that reflects who they were – and that also applies to the transport. The final journey no longer has to be a standard black hearse. Nowadays, there are countless options to make the transport personal, stylish, and meaningful.
Cremation in Belgium: A Look at Changing Funeral Preferences
Funeral culture in Belgium has evolved significantly in recent years. While burials used to be the norm, we are now seeing a clear increase in cremations. This shift reflects not only changing societal values but also practical and financial considerations.
Burial, cremation or home preservation: a personal choice
Saying goodbye to a loved one is an intimate moment, and the way we handle the body after death often reflects our philosophy of life, faith, and personal preference. Today, there are more options than ever to make this choice consciously and meaningfully.
Natural farewell: rituals in connection with the earth
More and more people are choosing a farewell that aligns with their philosophy of life: simple, sustainable, and in harmony with nature. A natural farewell offers peace, symbolism, and connection—with the earth, with each other, and with the life that has passed.
Farewell rituals: a moment of meaning
Saying goodbye is a universal experience, but the way we do it varies greatly from person to person and from culture to culture. Rituals help us reflect on the life that has passed, express grief, and process memories. They give structure to the farewell and make the moment meaningful.
A church farewell: rituals of comfort and honor
For many, a church farewell is a deeply meaningful moment. It offers space for reflection, prayer, and connection with age-old traditions that provide comfort in times of loss. Symbolism and ritual are central to Christian funeral liturgy—they help honor the life of the deceased and process their grief.
