Planning

Deciding whether or not to bring your child to a funeral really depends on their age, personality, tolerance level and relationship to the person who has passed. Whatever you decide, a loved one’s passing is an important opportunity for you to teach...

A hand-written card will always be one of the most personal forms of communication. When someone you know is grieving, a hand-written sympathy card is a great way to help them understand how much the person they’ve lost was valued, respected and love...

Jewish funeral practices stem from a long religious history, including ceremonies and customs that families often include in the burial and mourning practices. Cultural influences play a notable role in the family’s decision for funeral services...

Losing a loved one is a difficult and emotional experience. During this time, attending a memorial service allows us to pay our respects and offer support to the grieving family. Along with being present to show our condolences, it is important to dr...

Death is a universal experience, yet the way we mourn and commemorate the departed varies greatly across cultures. From the quiet, somber funerals of the West to the vibrant, celebratory rituals of Africa, mourning practices reflect the diverse belie...

Jewish funeral traditions include a ritualized structure for working through grief after losing a loved one. This formal expression of grief is encouraged as a way to lead the grieving family through the varying mourning stages and back into society...