Low Cost Models | Kavod v'Nichum - Jewish Funerals, Burial and Mourning

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Jewish Death Practices:
Overview / Summary
Origins and History
The World of the Dying
Visiting the Sick
Chaplaincy
Hospice

Spiritual Aspects
Funeral Homes
Cemeteries
Green Burial
Funeral Contracts
Cremation and Embalming
Caskets

Chevra Kadisha:
Scope / Functions of Chevra Kadisha
Chevra Kadisha in Jewish Society
Organizing a new Chevra Kadisha

Conferences:
Next Conference
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    Registration
    Travel and Hotel

Previous Conferences

Learning & Resources:
Gamliel Institute
    Overview
    Curriculum
    Registration
    Currently Active Classes

KNIT Resource Center
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    Contacts for Answers
    Catalog of Articles
    Additional Links

FAQ About Death and Dying
Modern Dilemmas
Guided Learning
Jewish Sources and Responsa
Synagogue Brochures
Community Education

The Story of a City Owned Cemetery - Vancouver, BC	Saving Mountain View Cemetery
People's Memorial Association People's Memorial Funeral Cooperative	The right to make simple, dignified and economical final arrangements with no sales pressure whatsoever simple dignified, affordable final arrangements to residents of the Seattle area
What is a Funeral Cooperative?	Fédération des coopératives funéraires du Québec is a an association of 26 funeral cooperatives in Quebec.
Throwing Your Own Wake	The Life Of The Party - Dying Stockbroker Alan Marks Is Guest Of Honor At His Wake
Condolences	Advice from Ann Landers
The Coffin-Making Project of Catholic AIDS Actions	Paper mache coffins
Cutting Death Costs: The Church’s Role	"...by our silence and even support of the high priced funeral industry we have become part of the problem. It is time for a change and the church must take the lead."
Same Burial, Without the Markup	2003 - Plaza Jewish Community Chapel