EP38 - Talking About Death Won’t Kill You — But NOT Talking Might Cost You (with Jacqueline Scoggins)

What if the one topic your family avoids is the one thing you’ll never get a second chance to do right? 💔In this powerful episode of the Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast, I sit down with Jacqueline Scoggins, funeral planning consultant, speaker, and author of Empowered Funeral Planning: A Practical Guide to Funeral Planning Without Pressure.We talk honestly about:🔹 Why talking about death isn’t morbid—it’s empowering🔹 The costly chaos that happens without a plan🔹 How to normalize end-of-life conversations🔹 Steps to create a funeral plan that reflects your wishes 💐Jackie shares her personal story and professional insight with clarity, humor, and compassion. If you’ve ever said, “We’ll deal with it later”—this is your wake-up call. 🚨👤 About Jacqueline Scoggins:Founder of Serenity Funeral Planning Consultants, Jackie empowers families to make confident funeral decisions—before or during crisis. Her mission is to provide support without pressure, helping you plan with purpose, clarity, and peace of mind.📍 www.funeralplanning4u.com📧 [email protected]📞 (510) 397-0635If you’re navigating a senior transition right now and trying to figure out the next step for a parent, here are some resources designed to help.⸻Resources for FamiliesIf you’re navigating senior living decisions, downsizing, or trying to determine the next step for an aging parent, visit:→ www.simplifyseniortransitions.com/familiesThis page provides guidance and resources specifically designed for families navigating senior transitions.⸻Resources for Senior Care ProfessionalsAnd if you’re a senior care professional who wants stronger positioning, clearer referral ecosystems, and more scalable systems for serving families in today’s evolving senior care landscape, visit:→ www.simplifyseniortransitions.com/professionalsSupport the show