Pre-planning a funeral can help ease both emotional and financial pressure on your loved ones. Our Melbourne funeral specialists can guide you through the process.
Putting a funeral plan in place can bring real peace of mind. It can be reassuring to know that something important has been considered and thoughtfully arranged.
Once it’s planned, it’s taken care of
When your wishes are documented, there’s comfort in knowing they’re clear. A funeral plan provides guidance, helping to ease the emotional burden on those you care about.
A gentle, supportive process
Pre-planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Our experienced Melbourne funeral directors will guide you through each step and move at a pace that feels right for you.
Time to reflect on what matters to you
Pre-planning gives you the opportunity to reflect on how you’d like to be remembered. From personal touches to music or readings, your funeral plan can capture the details that matter most.
We partner with Guardian Plan to offer prepaid funeral plans in Melbourne. A prepaid funeral plan allows you to arrange and pay for selected funeral services at today’s prices.
Guardian Plan is backed by InvoCare’s national network, giving you flexibility and confidence that your plan can be honoured when the time comes.
Important information: Guardian Plan is a prepaid funeral plan where your funds are invested in a funeral bond issued by Over Fifty Guardian Friendly Society Limited (the Society) ABN 81 087 649 063 AFSL 524353. This product is a financial product and may not be suitable for everyone. Before making a decision, consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) available on our website and consider whether this option suits your needs. Seek independent financial advice if needed.
A prepaid funeral plan allows you to plan and pay for selected funeral services in advance, at today’s prices. It also provides an opportunity to record your wishes, helping reduce financial and emotional pressure on your family in the future.
Choosing a prepaid funeral plan is a personal decision. Many people value the peace of mind that comes from planning ahead and documenting their wishes. Others appreciate the ability to lock in prices and manage future costs.
It’s also important to consider that circumstances can change over time. Funeral prices may not increase as expected, or family preferences may differ. Taking time to understand your options and seeking independent advice can help you decide whether a funeral plan is right for you.
The cost of a prepaid funeral plan depends on what you choose to include. Some people prepay specific items, such as a coffin or cremation service. Others arrange and prepay a full funeral service. Costs vary based on your preferences and the inclusions selected.
With Guardian Plan, you can pay the full amount upfront or make an initial contribution followed by monthly instalments over up to 36 months. Once your prepaid funeral plan is paid in full, there are no additional fees for the services included in your plan.
We have now used WD Rose on two occasions and both times have been very positive.
In such an emotional time, to have the wonderful staff to support and assist our family has been a huge help and comfort. The whole process has been one of kindness, support and a genuine care for our welfare at every stage.
They were very prompt, caring, friendly and professional.
hey were experienced in all aspects which helped us at a difficult time and helped with things that we had not thought of to mention for the funeral. Michele was absolutely fantastic.
We had an effortless experience at W.D. Rose.
At a sad time and we want to thank Alex especially for all her help and professionalism she was so much help to our family. Alex made a hard time much easier for us.
Nick Tim and Michelle
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