Colorado's Funeral Industry at a Crossroads

Colorado

By Hardik Wasanwal Wednesday, 18 October 2023 (GMT-6)

Page 1: In 2024, Colorado's funeral industry faces a crucial evaluation to enhance professionalism and accountability.

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Page 2: A recent incident at Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose underscores the need for change

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Page 4: Colorado is the sole state without licensing requirements for funeral home employees, lacking crucial oversight.

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Page 5: While private credentials exist, they aren't mandatory, leaving room for untrained individuals in the profession.

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Page 6: The Department of Regulatory Agencies enforces business licenses but not individual qualifications.

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Page 7: Past incidents like the Sunset Mesa case exposed gaps in industry oversight.

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Page 8: Sen. Dylan Roberts seeks to introduce legislation in 2024 for licensing funeral professionals.

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Page 9: Roberts emphasizes the need for tests, ongoing education, and recertification to ensure industry integrity.

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Page 10: The funeral industry may soon see a new era of professionalism and accountability in Colorado.

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