Adath’s nationally-recognized, award-winning Chevra Kavod Hamet (Society to Honor the Deceased) was founded over 30 years ago by congregants who wanted to help other congregants. The Chevra provides comfort and support to bereaved families, while honoring the deceased by providing a traditional Jewish funeral for any Adath member upon request. Chevra funerals are simple, dignified, and provided at a modest cost. Educational programs about the Chevra and about Jewish funeral and mourning practices are also available to the congregation. 

There are three documents we hope congregants will find helpful when in need of assistance from the Chevra Kavod Hamet:

1.  An Expression of Guidance by which congregants can formalize their wish in advance
     to use the Chevra Kavod Hamet at their time of need,

2.  An article on Why Should I be a Shomer?

3.  A new Chevra booklet, How Do We Prepare For Death? This booklet is a gift of
     comfort and information not only for those nearing death, but for the living in many
     ways. 

These documents can also be emailed or mailed to you. The Plain Pine Box, a documentary about the Chevra and its work is available in the Adath library in video, DVD and book format.

There are 18 Ways You Can Help identified in the Chevra brochure available in the brochure racks at the main entrance and the spine. Volunteers contribute their time and talents to administrative tasks, education, outreach, or ritual participation, whatever is comfortable for them. There is a role for everyone. Join the hundreds of Adath members who provide meaningful emotional and spiritual consolation to those who have experienced a loss. 

For more information, for presentations to your committee, group or chavura, or to volunteer, please contact Cindy Dubansky at 612.866.2297, or Bruce Nemer at 612.701.7089.

Cindy Dubansky and Bruce Nemer
Roshei Administration

Chevra Offers New
Service to Congregants

Cindy Dubansky is available to meet personally with congregants and their families. This need was identified by Debby Jewett (congregational nurse) and Jim Sherman in their work with congregants. Cindy can answer questions about the Chevra services offered, costs associated with a Chevra funeral and burial, and other aspects of the Chevra experience.

Our hope is that a personal approach to informing people about the Chevra will provide additional support and comfort during a difficult time.

Referrals will be taken from Debby Jewett and Jim Sherman, or individuals may contact Cindy directly at 612.866.2297 (information also listed on the back of the Clarion). Thank you to Marge Sussman and Roxie King-Smith, who are trained hospital visitors and have volunteered to help if needed.