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In our blog, we share resources and information that families in our community can use to cope with their loss or better understand their grief. We also write about ways we have been involved in the community. Check out our latest posts below.

Jewish Sympathy Gifts

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Cleveland Jewish Funerals | Leave a comment
Posted under Grief, Shiva, Sympathy

When you think of funerals, many people automatically think of flowers. However, this imagery does not really apply to a traditional Jewish funeral. So what should you bring to a Jewish family instead of funeral flowers? A Home-Cooked Meal In Judaism, the 7 days after burial is known as “shiva.” During shiva, the family of […]

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Avoid These Sympathy Card Mistakes

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Cleveland Jewish Funerals | Leave a comment
Posted under Sympathy

A sympathy card after the loss of a loved one can either help someone navigate the grieving process or it can hinder the grieving process. Take time and care to compose your card carefully, and avoid the following common sympathy card mistakes. Avoid These Sympathy Card Mistakes Writing Nothing: While short and sweet is sometimes […]

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