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Below are common topics that you can select to find more information.
Pre-Planning
Learn about important documents and arraignments you can take in advance
Arrangements
Here are the immediate steps you need to take in order to manage the funeral arrangements
Pre-Burial Preparation
Things to consider as you prepare the body prior to burial, including how to wash and prayer over the the body
Burial
What to expect during a burial and steps you can take to benefit your loved one
Post-Burial Support
How to handle to passing of a loved one from a mental, emotional, and practical prespective
Immediate Steps To Take After A Loved One Passes Away
When a loved one passes away, there a several people and organizations that you should contact immediately to ensure you are able to facilitate a speedy burial.
Narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:
‘Hasten with the funeral (procession), for if the person was righteous then you are advancing him towards good,..”
Hadith: Sahih; Sunan Ibn Majah, Vol. 1, Book 6, Hadith 1477
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Key Contacts & Documents
Learn who to contact in different situations and what documents you need to manage a funeral
End of Life Concerns & Challenges
DNR, life support, and other important concerns that arise during end of life discussions
Organ & Tissue Donations
Get details on when you can be an organ donor and how to ensure you meet Islamic guidelines
Funeral & Burial Services
Important details about what to expect, costs, and steps to take to eliminate burial delays
Ghusl & Kafan
Guide to properly prepare the body for burial
Janazah (Funeral) Prayer
Learn when, where, and how to perform the funeral prayer
Burial
How to ensure a burial meets the Islamic guidelines
Grief & Mourning
Practical steps to take to help with processing the loss of a loved one
Estate & Finances
Learn about Islamic inheritance law and how to manage the legal and financial aspects of an estate
Benefit the Deceased
Comprehensive guide to honoring the death of you loved one through charity and prayer
Sadaqah Jariayah
Benefit your loved one by offering charity on their behalf. According to the Prophet Muhammed (S) there are several specific things you can do to benefit the deceased
Give Charity
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Make Dua'
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Planning Ahead Alleviates Many Medical & Financial Challenges
Having estate documents and designations, including a will, advanced health directives, retirement and insurance plan beneficiaries can dramatically improved the ability for your loved one’s to handle the stress and challenges that happen.
Grief & Healing Support
It is important to take a moment and assess your emotional and mental well-being and of those closest to you. Taking steps to process and grieve the death are important to eventually regaining some level of normalcy in the future.
Who can I talk to about my grief?
The loss of a loved one impacts every person differently. In many cases, talking with a trusted friend or family can help; however, it many cases it may be helpful to seek the support of a grief counselor. These counselors are specifically trained to work with you to work through the challenges related to grief.
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Are there prayers I can make to help with healing?
The grief following the passing of a loved one can often be very challenging to bear. Here are some things you can do to help the mourning process as well as provide benefit to the deceased.
How should I help my family cope with a loss?
Depending on the circumstance, you may need to engage trained counselor to help the family navigate the grief and, in some cases, trauma associated with the loss. However, here are some ways to sympathy and provide comfort to the family of the deceased.
