Scammers have become a disheartening reality in our modern, digital life, targeting vulnerable individuals. We see them in the funeral industry in forms such as the obituary scams or the 'Look who just died' scams. Another scam that has been emerging as a concern is Facebook streaming scams.  ..read more

Funeral streaming has traditionally been about enabling those who cannot attend in person to participate, mourn, and offer support, while providing families with lasting memories. This is and will always be important. OneRoom is taking this a step further, evolving their service to add more value to your funeral home, the client family, and online guests, delivering tangible value every time you stream.   ..read more

"When my mother passed away, I wished we had recorded the memorial service," says David Lutterman, CEO of OneRoom. "My brother read poetry. A Scottish family friend spoke, and we could barely understand him. It was all sad and funny—plenty of tears and laughs—and I'd love to replay it. Recordings can be such a big part of the grief resolution process ..read more

Organizing events and community outreach programs can be a meaningful way to serve the families you work with and give back to your community while having a positive business benefit. In this interview, we spoke with Holley and Sarah from Einan’s Funeral Home who have honed their skills in event planning and community involvement through their extensive community event program. To learn from their experience and get inspired, watch the interview or read on below!  ..read more

Highland Park Funeral Centre offers funeral services at both their Funeral Home and various country chapels and churches in the area. While they have been using OneRoom’s fixed cameras in their Funeral Home for some time, they were missing an option for families requesting recording and streaming of funerals at off-site locations ..read more

"It doesn't have to be limited to funerals." - Holly Sowards, Einan's Funeral Home ..read more

  Although Sterling-White has large facilities, occasionally they will have a funeral where the crowd becomes so much more than expected. The chapel quickly fills and guests spill out through the car park, gardens, and cemetery.  In these situations, Sterling-White won’t turn guests away and risk leaving them disappointed or unable to participate in the service.  ..read more

As our environment continues to experience frequent change, safeguarding your business by remaining vigilant and adapting to the world around you is becoming increasingly important. Funeral Homes are now having to contend with an unpredictable economic climate, regular staff shortages and quickly changing consumer needs. Digitalization is also becoming a bigger part of the industry. Digital guests are interacting with services in unique but impactful ways.  ..read more

Making meaningful connections is what keeps us motivated each and every day. It’s why we’re all in this business together. Moreover, the connections funeral directors like you forge is how your business is sustained—it’s why clients think of you in a time of need.  ..read more

When the pandemic gripped the globe in early 2020, the funeral industry needed a live-streaming solution—and fast. As non-essential businesses shuttered and quarantine protocols were put in place, many funeral directors turned to existing technology such as Facebook live to meet the needs of families and offer a meaningful ceremony for their loved ones.  ..read more