Let’s plan together
Preplanning on your terms
From the first conversation to a living memorial in nature, every step is guided, and entirely at your pace.
Let’s figure out next steps together
Cremation preplanning
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Arrange Everything Online
Complete all arrangements from home. -
Carbon-Neutral Cremation
Eco-friendly options—flame, water, or soil. -
Clear Pricing, No Surprises
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees.
Memorial preplanning
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A Resting Place in Nature
9 conservation forests nationwide. -
A Living Memorial
A Memorial Tree or Spreading Grove. -
Honor Memories
Gather at a Nature Memorial Ceremony.
Nature is at the heart of everything we do
Every step of our process is designed to honor nature, from carbon-neutral cremation to a living memorial in a protected forest.
Carbon-Neutral Cremation
Honoring nature means accounting for our impact.
A Memorial Tree or Spreading Grove
A resting place that grows, gives back, and protects.
Nature Memorial Ceremony
A ceremony in nature that helps families find comfort.
What to expect
What happens when you talk to a Guide
A Guide helps you understand your options, answers your questions, and walks you through next steps—no pressure.
How does it work? What’s included? Is this right for me?
Flame cremation, aquamation, and natural organic reduction.
Explore memorial options you may not know exist.
We’ll help you understand what’s right for you.
You’re under no obligation. This is just a conversation.
We handle the details
We coordinate respectful transportation in California.
Interactive, digital tribute; share stories and photos.
Death certificates, permits and filing handled for you.
We provide resources to help you navigate after-loss.
We offset cremation’s impact through climate action.
A natural resting place in a protected Memorial Forest.
We're here whenever you're ready
One conversation is all it takes to move from overwhelmed to having a plan. Our care team is available 24/7.
Talk to a Guide, 24/7
When you’re ready, we’re here.
Explore at your own pace
See the two ways families honor a life.
Questions?
We're here to help.
What is funeral preplanning?
Funeral preplanning is the process of making cremation and memorial arrangements in advance — so that when the time comes, everything is handled exactly as you wished. At Better Place, it means locking in current pricing, documenting your wishes, and giving your family the gift of clarity when they need it most.
Why should I plan ahead?
One decision today creates lasting peace for everyone you love.
Your wishes, honored: Every detail documented in advance—no guessing, no uncertainty.
Your family, protected: Lock in today’s pricing and spare your family from financial stress during an already difficult time.
Your legacy, preserved: A meaningful farewell, exactly as you imagined it—without the burden falling on those you leave behind.
Can I preplan cremation online?
Yes—with Better Place, you can complete everything online, in one place, at your own pace.
Choose your services—carbon-neutral cremation (flame cremation, aquamation, or natural organic reduction), transportation, and more—with clear, upfront pricing and no funeral home visit required. Our planning tools make it simple, and real people are available to help you at every step. See cremation options
What cremation options can I choose from?
Better Place offers three carbon-neutral cremation methods—each a gentle, environmentally responsible way to return your loved one to the earth. See cremation options
Flame cremation: The traditional cremation process, handled with care and full transparency.
Aquamation: A water-based process that’s gentler on the environment than flame cremation, with no emissions.
Natural organic reduction: The most natural option—the body is transformed into rich soil, ready to nourish new life.
Can I plan a memorial before I die?
Yes—and many people find it one of the most meaningful things they can do.
You can preplan a living memorial in nature, choosing exactly where your ashes will be returned to the earth—in a protected forest, across America, in perpetuity.
Spreading Grove: A shared, designated space in a Memorial Forest. Peaceful, accessible, and included at no extra cost.
Memorial Tree: A private tree, yours alone. Choose the species, the location, and leave a personalized marker for the people who’ll return to visit.
Is planning ahead only for older adults?
Not at all. Life is unpredictable at any age—and planning ahead is one of the most loving things you can do for the people you’d leave behind.
The earlier you preplan, the more you lock in today’s pricing and spare your family from having to make difficult decisions while grieving. It’s a small act now that creates lasting peace for everyone you love.
How does planning ahead help my family?
The earlier you preplan, the more you save by locking in today’s pricing. Even better, you’ll spare your family from having to make difficult decisions while grieving.
When everything is planned and paid for in advance, your family can focus entirely on being together and honoring your memory—not navigating paperwork, comparing costs, or guessing what you would have wanted.
