Did you know that less than 200 years ago most people in the US cared for their deceased loved ones at home? The tasks related to after death care were seen as integral to the grieving process, and still are in many countries today where home funeral remain the norm. In this workshop we will talk about tasks related to after death care, as well as how to work with a funeral home to have a meaningful experience that brings the most peace to each individual.

Why people choose to take on some or all tasks of after death care themselves:

• To support their own grief process
• To continue care of their loved one
• To honor their loved one’s preferences
• To save the cost of funeral home services
• Religious or spiritual reasons

*This workshop is intended as an introduction to after death care possibilities and resources. Participants are responsible for researching relevant laws in their region. 

Registration requested. 

Library programs are open and beneficial to all. We invite people with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to attend any of our activities and will strive to support individual needs. If you need accommodations to participate, please contact one of our Inclusion Coordinators, Matt Krueger and/or Amy Holland, one week prior to the program.