Register Now for IATA’s Compassionate Transportation Course: Exclusive Discount for NFDA Members September 27, 2024 The International Air Transportation Association (IATA) is offering a live virtual course, CompassionateTransportation. This course offers a comprehensive guide to airline acceptance and transport of human remains. You will learn the fundamental operational guidelines for funeral directors, airlines...
Order Free COVID-19 Tests September 27, 2024 The Department of Health and Human Services is once again offering free COVID-19 tests to Americans. Every U.S. household is eligible to order up to four free tests. COVID-19 testing can help you know if you have COVID-19 so you can decide what to do next, like getting treatment to reduce your risk ...
Funeral Service Foundation Now Accepting Academic Scholarship Applications September 27, 2024 The Funeral Service Foundation is accepting academic scholarship applications through November 1 at FuneralServiceFoundation.org. Up to 27 scholarships, ranging from $2,500 – $5,000, are available to current students of funeral service and military veterans who meet the eligibility criteria. ...
New Options for Submitting Documents to Social Security September 13, 2024 Funeral directors often assist families with submitting information to the Social Security Administration (SSA). The agency recently shared information about new options for submitting documents that will make the process easier for Americans. Please read the information below and, as appropriate, s...
Beyond the Summit - Advocacy Never Stops September 13, 2024 NFDA Advocacy efforts are dedicated to representing YOUR interests and play a crucial role in ensuring that funeral service professionals have a powerful voice in Washington, D.C. NFDA Advocacy staff offer expert guidance on legislative and regulatory issues to Congress and federal agencies. Ou...
Connect with Your Colleagues in the Crescent City September 12, 2024 From the Welcome Party at Mardi Gras World to the Funeral Professionals - Young and New Party, there are countless opportunities for you to network, celebrate, and experience the essence of New Orleans during the 2024 NFDA International Convention & Expo (October 20-23). Funeral Se...
Pursuit of Excellence - Entries Due July 15 April 11, 2024 “If you do enough small things right, big things can happen.” ~John Wooden From spending hours tracking down a special song for a service to organizing a book drive for children in need, the very best funeral homes do more than what is expected for the families and communities they se...
Major Victory for NFDA and Funeral Service: U.S. EPA Finds Formaldehyde Used for Embalming Is Not Regulated Under the Toxic Substances Control Act March 15, 2024 NFDA to host free member webinar on March 27 about the draft risk assessment. Earlier today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its draft of its determination of the health and environmental risks of formaldehyde under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for comment and pe...
CDC Updates Isolation Guidance for People Who Contract COVID March 07, 2024 In response to evolving circumstances, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has transitioned to issuing respiratory virus guidance, consolidating recommendations for various respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19. According to the latest update, individuals diagnosed with COVID-19...
NFDA Legal Alert: Telephone Price Disclosures February 09, 2024 There has been a lot of discussion lately on what is required when someone calls and asks about funeral goods and services over the phone. While there is a good chance the Funeral Rule will be revised in the very near future (stay tuned!), here is a quick primer on the Rule as it exists: ...