# Catholic Cemeteries Association of the Archdiocese of Hartford: Guiding families in faith > Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Hartford — 30 cemeteries across CT offering burial, cremation \& faith\-guided preplanning\. 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These mausoleums provide a peaceful and dignified setting for remembrance while preserving a family legacy in a sacred cemetery environment\. Private mausoleums may include a variety of customized features such as crypts, cremation niches, altars, stained glass windows, and personalized architectural details, allowing families to create a meaningful and distinctive tribute\. - [Memorial Benches](https://ccacem.org/product/memorial-benches/): A Memorial Bench creates a lasting place of reflection within the peaceful surroundings of the cemetery\. Families may dedicate a granite bench in memory of a loved one, providing visitors with a quiet space for prayer, remembrance, and contemplation\. Benches are available in several granite colors and styles and may be permanently inscribed with a name, message, or memorial dedication\. Once installed, these benches become a lasting tribute placed in designated areas throughout the cemetery grounds\. - [Monument Cleaning Services](https://ccacem.org/product/monument-cleaning-services/): \Honor Their Memory\. Restore Their Monument\.\ Over time, weather, dirt, and environmental buildup can dull the beauty of a cherished memorial\. Catholic Cemeteries Association offers professional cleaning designed to safely and respectfully restore the natural appearance of your loved one’s memorial\. \Professional Memorial Cleaning Includes:\ \ \Precision power washing tailored to the specific stone and inscription\ \Environmentally responsible cleaning solutions\ \Experienced technicians who treat every memorial with care\ \ \Investment\ \ \Flush Marker $300\ \Single Monument: $350\ \Double Monument: $400\ \\Monuments over 4 feet wide will be individually quoted\.\\ \ \Regular cleaning helps preserve inscription clarity and maintain the dignity of the memorial for years to come\.\ \Schedule your cleaning today\.\ Call a Family Service Advisor at \\203\-239\-2557\\   - [Urns](https://ccacem.org/product/urns/): A variety of cremation urns are available in bronze and several granite styles\. Each urn is designed to respectfully contain cremated remains while complementing the chosen memorial setting, whether placed in a niche, mausoleum, or other designated area\. Our staff is available to help families select an urn that best reflects their wishes and honors the memory of their loved one\. - [Seasonal Flower Program](https://ccacem.org/product/seasonal-flower-program/): A Memorial Flower Vase is a simple yet meaningful way to honor a loved one throughout the year\. Families may participate in our seasonal flower program, where a silk floral arrangement is placed in the memorial vase and refreshed four times annually to reflect the changing seasons\. This program ensures that your loved one’s resting place remains beautifully maintained year\-round, even when you are unable to visit in person\. The vase remains in place for the duration of your selected option, and our cemetery staff will carefully replace the arrangement each season\. Available options include: \ \1 Year Lease – 4 seasonal flower changes\ \3 Year Lease – 12 seasonal changes\ \5 Year Lease – 20 seasonal changes\ \7 Year Lease – 28 seasonal changes\ \Perpetual Lease – seasonal flowers provided each year indefinitely\ \ ## Events - [Offices Closed \- Independence Day](https://ccacem.org/event/offices-closed-independence-day/) - [Memorial Day Masses](https://ccacem.org/event/memorial-day-masses/) - [All Souls Day Mass](https://ccacem.org/event/all-souls-day-mass/) - [Half Day \- Christmas Eve](https://ccacem.org/event/half-day-christmas-eve/) - [Offices Closed \- Christmas Day](https://ccacem.org/event/offices-closed-christmas-day-2/) ## FAQs - [How do I locate a loved one in the cemetery?](https://ccacem.org/faqs/how-do-i-locate-a-loved-one-in-the-cemetery/) - [When can I memorialize my grave or crypt?](https://ccacem.org/faqs/when-can-i-memorialize-my-grave-or-crypt/) - [Do I have to pay in full at the time of purchase?](https://ccacem.org/faqs/do-i-have-to-pay-in-full-at-the-time-of-purchase/) - [Is there an annual fee for Perpetual Care?](https://ccacem.org/faqs/is-there-an-annual-fee-for-perpetual-care/) - [Are burials provided in the winter?](https://ccacem.org/faqs/are-burials-provided-in-the-winter/) ## Categories - [Blog](https://ccacem.org/category/blog/) - [Family Service Advisors](https://ccacem.org/category/family-service-advisors/) - [Leadership](https://ccacem.org/category/leadership/) - [Featured 1](https://ccacem.org/category/featured-1/) - [Featured 2](https://ccacem.org/category/featured-2/) ## Section Category - [page\_title\_bar](https://ccacem.org/fusion_tb_category/page_title_bar/) - [content](https://ccacem.org/fusion_tb_category/content/) - [header](https://ccacem.org/fusion_tb_category/header/) - [footer](https://ccacem.org/fusion_tb_category/footer/) ## Product categories - [Traditional Burials](https://ccacem.org/product-category/traditional-burials/) - [Mausoleum Burials](https://ccacem.org/product-category/mausoleum-burials/) - [Niche Burials](https://ccacem.org/product-category/niche-burials/) ## Event Categories - [Closure](https://ccacem.org/events/category/closure/) - [Mass](https://ccacem.org/events/category/mass/) ## FAQ Categories - [General](https://ccacem.org/faq_category/general/) ## Category - [post\_cards](https://ccacem.org/element_category/post_cards/) - [sections](https://ccacem.org/element_category/sections/) - [mega\_menus](https://ccacem.org/element_category/mega_menus/) - [columns](https://ccacem.org/element_category/columns/) - [elements](https://ccacem.org/element_category/elements/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://ccacem.org/sitemap_index.xml)