FEES
Our Approach
We understand that funeral costs can create additional pressure and stress at what is already a difficult time.
We aim to be as flexible as possible, and encourage your involvement
to minimise out-sourcing and reduce unnecessary expense.
OUR COMMITMENTS TO YOU INCLUDE:
full transparency
we openly communicate what we can offer and never conceal costs
flexibility of service with itemised costing
we believe you can choose which services you want to access and price accordingly
packages
we can simplify our prices into parts or in entirety if that is helpful
managing dispersements
we can pay others on your behalf to reduce stress
(see the EXTRA COSTS section below for more information)
support with accessing grants where applicable
eg: via MSD, ACC or Air New Zealand
.
We aim to be as flexible as possible, and encourage your involvement
to minimise out-sourcing and reduce unnecessary expense.
OUR COMMITMENTS TO YOU INCLUDE:
full transparency
we openly communicate what we can offer and never conceal costs
flexibility of service with itemised costing
we believe you can choose which services you want to access and price accordingly
packages
we can simplify our prices into parts or in entirety if that is helpful
managing dispersements
we can pay others on your behalf to reduce stress
(see the EXTRA COSTS section below for more information)
support with accessing grants where applicable
eg: via MSD, ACC or Air New Zealand
.
SERVICES WE OFFER:
INFORMATION, SUPPORT, AND ADVOCACY
Including:
Public speaking engagements are also free, although a koha for our
Home Funeral Support Fund is always appreciated
- discussing all options available to you
- providing you with information, resources and referrals that may assist
- being alongside you in meetings or liasing on your behalf where needed
Public speaking engagements are also free, although a koha for our
Home Funeral Support Fund is always appreciated
If you require all these services there is a flat fee of $300, otherwise
one-off consultation meetings are charged at an hourly rate of $90 if no other service is required
one-off consultation meetings are charged at an hourly rate of $90 if no other service is required
PRACTICAL HOME DEATH RESOURCING
Including:
- liason with relevant medical professionals, funeral directors, council etc
- assisting with relevant paperwork
- assisting with body transport
- assisting with post-death body care & preparation
- access to a cold plate or techni-ice to keep your loved one at home (or a place of your choosing) while you prepare to farewell them
- a casket rental option
If you require all these services, there is a flat fee of $1000; body transport; cold plate service; assistance with body care are all $250 per service; other individual aspects are charged at $100 per service
FUNERAL PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Including:
- advising on available options and effective processes
- liasing with funeral directors (if relevant), venues, hire services, printers etc
- practical assistance on the day
- final disposition arrangements
If you require all these services, there is a flat fee of $500. Practical assistance with funeral is $300, otherwise individual aspects are charged at $100 per service
CELEBRANCY
Including:
- planning, advising and facilitating meaningful services, memorials, and life celebrations alongside family and friends - pre or post death
$450
ADDITIONAL COSTS
There are always additional costs involved that are unavoidable, such as medical professional and death certification fees,
plus necessary fees associated with burial or cremation.
However, other services you may wish to access include: purchasing a casket or shroud; venue hire; equipment hire (sound, audio-visual, seating etc); videography/photography; catering; newspaper death notice; flowers; printing; use of mortuary; hearse hire etc
You are free to manage any of these arrangements with individual service providers yourselves and we can also refer you to those we have relationships with. However, dealing with each service independently may feel overwhelming and if it is your preference, we can assist with managing these related dispersements and include the associated costs (itemised) within our final invoice for an additional Administration Fee of $150.
There are always additional costs involved that are unavoidable, such as medical professional and death certification fees,
plus necessary fees associated with burial or cremation.
However, other services you may wish to access include: purchasing a casket or shroud; venue hire; equipment hire (sound, audio-visual, seating etc); videography/photography; catering; newspaper death notice; flowers; printing; use of mortuary; hearse hire etc
You are free to manage any of these arrangements with individual service providers yourselves and we can also refer you to those we have relationships with. However, dealing with each service independently may feel overwhelming and if it is your preference, we can assist with managing these related dispersements and include the associated costs (itemised) within our final invoice for an additional Administration Fee of $150.
Our Processes
We endeavour to offer a responsive service that is sensitive to your needs and capacity.
In turn, we ask the following from our clients...
In turn, we ask the following from our clients...
- Billing & PaymentItemised invoicing will occur within one week of the conclusion of our services
Payment will be required within 10 working days of invoicing - Feedback & DisputesWe welcome your feedback on the service we provide.
If there is any aspect of our service that you are unhappy with or in dispute about,
we are committed to resolving any issues via open-minded conversation and negotiation to find resolution and a way forward - TestimonialsWe are always grateful to hear about your experience and encourage you to share your reflections on the service we provide via the contacts below
- Capacity WillingWe aim to offer our services as responsively as possible, however, as a small, evolving business, we reserve the right to commit to only as much as our capacity allows and will always endeavour to connect you with other trusted service providers if we are unable to assist
021 216 0933
info@kindredfunerals.nz
info@kindredfunerals.nz
