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Consumer Organizations

American Association of Retired Persons

A non-profit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over. They lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.
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The Better Business Bureau

Core services include Business Reliability Reports; Dispute Resolution; Truth-in-advertising; Consumer and Business Education; and Charity Review.
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The Federal Trade Commission

Enforces federal consumer protection laws that prevent fraud, deception and unfair business practices. The Commission also enforces federal antitrust laws that could harm consumers.
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Cemetery Associations

Associated Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Seattle, WA

Through the grave, Associated Catholic Cemeteries embraces the Archbishop's ministry to provide premier service and compassionate care in Christ.
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International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association

Guardians of a Nation's Heritage promoting consumer choices, pre-arrangement and open competition within the death care industry.
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Washington Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association

A state organization of cemeteries, cremationists, funeral directors and suppliers.
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Cremation Association of North America

Founded in 1913 the Cremation Association of North America is an international organization composed of cemeterians, cremationists, funeral directors, industry suppliers and consultants.
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Cemetery Association of Oregon

A state association of public and private cemeteries located in Oregon. Dedicated to provide, promote and safeguard the highest standards in the Industry.
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Funeral Organizations

International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association

Guardians of a Nation's Heritage promoting consumer choices, pre-arrangement and open competition within the death care industry.
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Jewish Funeral Directors Association

Assisting people of the Jewish faith arrange meaningful and affordable funerals in the Jewish tradition.
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The National Funeral Directors Association

Provides advocacy, education, information, products, programs and services to help members enhance the quality of service to families. From this website you can search for State Funeral Directors Associations nationwide.
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Genealogy

Ancestry

The largest collection of family history records on the web. Free trial and subscription available
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Family Search

Church of Latter-Day Saints Family History Library
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Cyndi's List

A comprehensive portal for online genealogical research
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Genealogy.com

Genealogy research and family tree software
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Archives

A genealogical search engine
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JewishGen

The primary internet source connecting researchers of Jewish genealogy worldwide
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National Archives

Records from every branch of the federal government: almost all Americans can find themselves, their ancestors, or their community in these archives and how they interacted with the government
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Social Security Death Index

Archive of social security number holders whose deaths were reported from 1935 to 2014
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Grief Resources

American SIDS Institute

National nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of sudden infant death and the promotion of infant health
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American Veterinary Medical Association

Comprehensive pet care information for veterinary professionals, pet owners, and animal lovers
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Linda Goldman: Helping Children with Grief and Trauma

Resources about the often-overlooked grief that children face in today's world
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The Compassionate Friends

Assists families and their support systems with grief following the death of a child of any age
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PetLoss.com

Support, advice, healing poetry and more for those grieving a pet
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Caring Community

Resources for living with a serious illness or preparing for end of life
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Hospice Foundation of America

A not-for-profit organization that provides leadership in the development and application of hospice and its philosophy of care
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The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization

The largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States
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Memorial Design

The American Institute of Commemorative Art

Exists to promotes excellence in commemorative art
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Monument Builders of North America

An association of monument businesses with a builder directory, magazine, and advocacy support
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