When you arrange and prefund your funeral, you ensure that the funeral reflects your wishes, that there is sufficient money readily available to pay for your funeral, and that your family and friends are not burdened with having to make important decisions or face financial concerns at a very stressful time.

To get started, talk with family and close friends and let them know of your desire to preplan. It is important for them to know that you are making these arrangements.

We invite you to meet with us at Poulson & Van Hise to discuss the kind of funeral you desire. If possible, bring a family member or friend with you. Select the specific service and merchandise - we will provide you with an itemized statement listing your choices and the charges, along with your trust fund agreement.

Poulson & Van Hise works with the New Jersey Prepaid Funeral Trust Fund, an organization that places your preneed funds in an FDIC-insured account to ensure its safety. Your money is pooled with thousands of other accounts to maximize interest revenue, to offset the costs of inflation.  Unlike traditional savings account, which may close or become inaccessible at the time of death, your New Jersey Prepaid Funeral Trust Fund account becomes immediately payable. Should you need to apply for a public assistance program in the future, your trust account can be converted to qualify as an excludable resource.

We invite you to begin your preplanning process by filling out our preplanning form. The form is located on a secure server, which means your information is transmitted safely and securely. Or, simply call us at (609) 396-8168 to arrange for a preneed consultation.