Best Direct Cremation Services in Alexandria, VA
About Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, Virginia, is a historic city with a population of around 160,000. Located along the Potomac River, just a few miles from Washington, D.C., Alexandria is known for its well-preserved 18th-century architecture, cobblestone streets, and vibrant Old Town district. The city offers a rich blend of history, culture, and modern amenities, attracting both residents and tourists. Alexandria’s waterfront, numerous restaurants, and boutique shops make it a charming and lively place to live.
Our true north is people over profit, helping families navigate all things end-of-life on their toughest day.
Affordable Direct Cremation Services in Alexandria, VA
We provide compassionate and eco-friendly funeral solutions to the Alexandria, VA area that honor both the departed and the planet.
We offer families bio-degradable and green certified products and plant a tree for each cremation to off-set our CO2 impact. We recycle metals and prosthetics limiting the use of embalming chemical as much as possible.
Green Burials in Alexandria, VA
At Carewell we are passionate about providing green burial options to the Alexandria, VA area. We specialize in natural green burials allowing for a traditional burial at a cost-effective rate.
We offer a variety of eco-friendly caskets or shrouds caring for your loved one every step of the way.
We care well each step of the way
We’re making the processes around death simpler and more affordable to say goodbye your way.
Step 1
Make Arrangements Online
The Carewell team is available 24/7 throughout the process.
Step 2
Secure Transfer and Care
We transfer your loved one from the place of passing into our care and crematory.
Step 3
File all necessary paperwork
Filling of death certificates and cremation permits.
Step 4
Cremation & return of ashes
All cremations are privately done at our on-site crematory and we hand deliver ashes back to you.
Step 1
Make Arrangements Online
The Carewell team is available 24/7 throughout the process.
Step 2
Secure Transfer and Care
We transfer your loved one from the place of passing into our care and crematory.
Step 3
File all necessary paperwork
Filling of death certificates and cremation permits.
Step 4
Green Burial of your loved one
All cremations are privately done at our on-site crematory and we hand deliver ashes back to you.
Why Choose Carewell
Family Owned & Operated
Operating since 2023
Your loved one never leaves our care
Cremations are performed at our local facility by our certificated crematory operators.
Transparent & Affordable Pricing
Witness Cremation Available
Up to 15 people
Eco-Friendly Options
Scatter at sea, biodegradable for burial
or tree urns
A tree planted for your loved one
Reduce our carbon footprint and memorializes your loved one.
In Our Customers’ Words
Our family recent(ly) lost our daughter. We chose Carewell Cremations to have her cremated. Amelia and her staff were just wonderful with how they handled everything from the first day that I called
them. I would definitely recommend Carewell Cremations
Amelia was great. She went out of her way to make sure That we had everything we needed and were satisfied with the service. I would definitely recommend this cremation service. The price is also very good.
Amelia was kind and soft-spoken in my time of need she explained all the details of my sons cremation she offered kind words and could not do enough. Thank you very much, Carewell.
Carewell Cremations was great support to me after the death of my partner. Amelia was very professional, personable and fantastic with attention to detail. She was always patient about answering any questions that I had. I would highly recommend them.
Amelia and her family were amazing throughout the entire process, especially during a very difficult time. We cannot thank them enough for helping us navigate uncharted waters and for doing it at a fraction of the cost of other companies. We highly recommend Carewell Cremations.
The staff at Carewell Cremations were very helpful and compassionate. They were quickly able to answer all of my questions, and the paperwork process was very easy. A BIG thank you is owed to Amelia for her help throughout this difficult process. You’re truly a saint!
Our uncle passed away suddenly and we needed to manage his affairs from our home across the country. Carewell provided us with compassionate, attentive, knowledgeable, and professional help. They were invaluable to our family during a challenging time.
I lost my father in March 2024. During this tender and painful time, Amelia and Carewell Creations were a deep comfort. Amelia handled everything with kindness, professionalism and warmth. If you want a business that is reasonable, reliable and does exactly what they say they will, then work with Carewell.
We recently lost my Father and chose Carewell Cremations to carry out his last wishes. Amelia and the staff at Carewell were so supportive and compassionate with us during this time. They were easy to contact and kept in constant communication with us throughout the process. They spoke of my Father as a person and were very careful with him during pickup.
I was blessed to find Carewell as I received the most outstanding service and support. The team was very professional and compassionate throughout the entire process. I really felt as though Carewell was the best place to care for my loved one. They provide a calming experience during such a hard time. I highly recommend Carewell.
My experience with Amelia at Carewell Cremation has been great considering the nature of it. She was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the process of my mom’s cremation. It was the part I had to think least about amidst all the things that need to be taken care of when a loved one passes away. Thank you again for your professionalism and compassion.
Working with Carewell was such a wonderful experience, given the circumstances. A very caring team – not just with me but towards my loved one as well. Highly recommend
