Demand for pro bono funeral rites on the rise as more people die without family

Channel NewsAsia reports that demand for pro bono funeral rites in Singapore is rising, as more people die without family to arrange their farewells. With the population ageing and family sizes shrinking, a growing number of seniors are reaching the end of their lives with little or no family support. An often-unseen network of charities, social workers and funeral directors is stepping in to make sure those seniors still receive a dignified send-off, with strangers accompanying them on their final journey.

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