Definition
Programs that provide assistance for people who want to plan a family-directed home funeral for themselves or a loved one. A home funeral can encompass a memorial service, wake or viewing, or a combination of the three. Friends or family members might help wash and dress the body, build or decorate a casket, plan a memorial service and/or accompany the deceased to the burial site or crematory. Services may include information about legal rights and requirements within the jurisdiction, help with necessary paperwork, assistance with the transport and care of the body for a home ritual or wake and other forms of support. Home funerals are legal in 43 states.
URL Name
PB-3100
Third Level Code
PB-3100
Taxonomy Code
PB-3100
Parent Code
PB
Family Code
P
Second Level Code
PB
Use References
Death Midwifery
Publication Status
Online