- A Consumer's Guide to Arranging a Funeral If you are planning a funeral, you have many decisions to make. You may feel overwhelmed or confused. You may have questions. Read this brochure to learn more before you make any commitments or decisions. Choose a funeral home with which you feel comfortable. You and the funeral director will have an arrangement conference. This could be done at the ...www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/consumer/patient/funeral.htm