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Important Personal & Halachic Information at the time of death
Tehillim recited at the Chapel
Tehillim Chapter 49 - recited at Shiva house
Nichum Aveilim sign (Hamokom) for Shiva home
The Concept of Shmira
Many of the traditions and laws that pertain to the care and preparation of the Jewish dead are founded on two basic principles: ... (read more)
Monsel's Solution: The Solution to Many Tahara Prolems
One of the most difficult issues facing the practical, hands-on Chevra Kadisha member involves dealing with blood... (read more)
Traditional Jewish Autopsy Procedure
To be sensitive and responsive to the needs of the traditional Jewish family and community, ... (read more)
Tri-Partite Committee
Guidelines on the Receiving and Shipping of Human Remains
The use of Zeiglers and dry ice ... (read more)
Important Personal & Halachic Information at the time of death
Tehillim recited at the Chapel
Tehillim Chapter 49 - recited at Shiva house
Nichum Aveilim sign (Hamokom) for Shiva home
Dignity for the Body, Peace for the Soul,an informational brochure explaining traditional Jewish Burial concepts.
Jewish Burial Wishes, a form where you can express your wishes for a traditional Jewish Burial. This form also contains all the pertinent information needed at the time of your passing.
To order this free brochure call us at (718) 847-6280
The Halachic Living Will
The current debate regarding health care reform will very likely impact on the health care decision making processes facing all of us and our families. It is not only the concern of the elderly and their families since, unfortunately, we all know that illness or accident can affect any family at any time. In light of this, it is of extreme importance that everyone fill out a Halachic Living Will which is designed to ensure that all medical and post-death decisions made by others on your behalf will be made in accordance with your wishes and the with the proper guidance of Jewish law and custom (Halacha).
Appointment of Agent to Control Disposition of Remains (New York State)
This form will allow a person to appoint an agent who will have the legal right to make decisions and carry them out. (read more)