Saying goodbye is never easy. But with a little forward planning, you can bring peace of mind to yourself and those you love. We can help you plan ahead so your wishes are honoured when the time comes.
A prepaid funeral plan allows you to arrange and pay for your funeral in advance. It takes the financial and emotional weight off your loved ones and ensures your farewell is carried out in a way that reflects your values, beliefs and story.
Peace of mind
A prepaid funeral gives you the assurance that your final send-off is sorted. Your family can focus on honouring your memory, rather than worrying about arrangements or costs.
Lock in today’s price
Prepaid funerals allow you to lock in the price at the time of planning, reducing the burden of rising costs on your family.
Your service, your way
A prepaid funeral is a thoughtful way to ensure your farewell is shaped by what matters most to you.
We partner with Guardian Plan, a trusted Australian prepaid funeral provider. Together, we'll help you design a farewell that feels right for you and your family – with flexibility, clarity and options that reflect your preferences.
Disclaimer: Guardian Plan is a prepaid funeral plan where your funds are invested in a funeral bond issued by Over Fifty Guardian Friendly Society Limited (the Society) ABN 81 087 649 063AFSL 524353. This product is a financial product and may not be suitable for everyone. Before making a decision, consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Target Market Determination (TMD) available on the Guardian Plan website and consider whether this option suits your needs. We encourage you to seek independent financial advice if needed.
Yes. Through our partner, Guardian Plan, you can choose to pay upfront or make a 30% deposit followed by monthly instalments over 12, 24 or 36 months. Any remaining balance is settled when the funeral takes place.
If you move, your plan can typically be transferred to another provider within our nationwide network. We can also help update the location or details of your service. Just let us know if your circumstances change and we'll take care of the rest.
You can plan as much or as little as you like. Some people prefer to outline every detail, while others simply want to record their general preferences. Whatever feels right for you, we'll document your wishes and make sure they're honoured when the time comes.
Your funds are invested in a funeral bond which is managed by the Over Fifty Guardian Friendly Society Limited; they work with investment managers and are regulated by APRA for your protection.
All your family needs to do is contact the funeral director named in your plan. We'll guide them gently through the next steps and ensure everything is carried out exactly as you've outlined.
They handled my Dads funeral and now my Mums funeral with dignity and respect and lots of hand holding
Anne enabled this process to be smooth sailing for our family. She helped with suggestions always being mindful of our feelings and handled our questions with expertise and respect and lots of kindness. She suggested a celebrant- Fiona from Silva Ceremonies who was perfect for our situation.
Kristina provided care and comfort at the most stressful time. The care Somerville provided my husband was very reassuring.
Everyone was lovely and extremely helpful and nothing was a problem for them.
Your Somerville Funerals director is here for you.
Call us 24/7 if you need assistance.
