President's January 2026 Message
The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity for self-improvement, whether your goals are physical, mental, or emotional. But have you considered setting "New Year Resolutions" for your business...
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Leadership Message January 2026
On behalf of the entire NYSFDA staff and leadership, our best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous 2026! With the holidays in the rearview mirror, our eyes are set on the road ahead and driving ...
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Planning For Retirement: A New Mini Series
What does retirement look like for you? Is it a far-off goal; is it in your near future, or do you wish you could have retired long ago? Regardless of your desired timing, it is essential to properly ...
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Celebrating 100 Years: AAMI Marks A Century Of Funeral Service Excellence
In 1926, Dr. John McAllister founded the McAllister School of Embalming in New York City, establishing rigorous professional training at a time when standards barely existed. This year, the American A...
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Office Of Victim Services (OVS) Law Changes
Today the Office of Victim Services supports and funds over 200 victim assistance programs, including financial assistance and reimbursement to eligible victims of crime for funeral and burial expense...
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Annual Tax Statements Coming Soon
As we head into the New Year and another tax season, we wanted to pause and look back on everything we’ve accomplished together. The team here at PrePlan is incredibly grateful for your continued trus...
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New Resource For Consumers: Facts About Embalming
In recent years, NYSFDA has addressed workforce challenges driven by shifting consumer preferences. Notably, the industry faces increasing scrutiny and criticism regarding traditional American embalmi...
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Welcome To The NYSFDA Board: Julia Goodman
Following a vacancy on the NYS Funeral Directors (NYSFDA) Board of Directors, Julia Goodman (Hammil Funeral Home) was appointed to represent Region 4, which covers Cayuga, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, ...
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Association’s 2026 Legislative Agenda Set
Last month, the NYSFDA Government Affairs Committee met to set recommendations for the Association’s 2026 Legislative Agenda.
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Member Resource: Region Directors
The New York State Funeral Directors Association (NYSFDA) is made up of nine Regions. Each Region elects a Director to represent the members in that area on the NYSFDA Board of Directors.
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