Pandemic Resources for Families Facing End Of Life

We hope these resources are helpful to those of you caring for the dying, the dead or those struggling with grief.
We will continue to update this information as recommendations change and new resources become available.

Current Events

Connecting At A Distance

Elisa Chase, Master Lifecycle Celebrant, gave us a stunning presentation in our September Webinar. She defined ritual and its need before giving us the tools to create meaningful ritual for those we serve. She gave insight into the pitfalls of cultural appropriation in death and grief ritual, and covered ways we can refocus ourselves on self-care. You can still support the NHFA and get access to the recording

"Home funerals empower families and friends to begin the beautiful journey of mending the tear in the fabric of their community that is caused when someone they love dies."

ZENITH VIRAGO

Home Funeral Resources For Families

The heart of our work is helping families care for their loved ones, at home, after death.

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Home Funeral Resources For Guides

NHFA provides educational information and connections for those seeking to educate families on thier home funeral journey.

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Browse Our Directory

We provide listings for Home Funeral Guides, Death Doulas, Celebrants, Funeral Directors, Speakers and Educators. This directory supports your efforts and helps our members get in touch!

NHFA Podcast: A Path Home

​On this podcast we’ll be focusing on reclaiming our innate right to care for our own loved ones at death in natural, and often, environmentally friendly ways. We’ll demystify the tasks related to after death care through hearing stories from people who have ventured into culturally unfamiliar territory and cared for their own deceased loved ones at home, chose a natural burial or both.

Become A Member

Becoming a member is free and provides many benefits, including access to monthly newsletters, webinars and several other resources about home funerals.

​Support NHFA

We ask you to give to the National Home Funeral Alliance because in all 50 states it is your right to care for your own loved one after death. ​The NHFA is working to make sure communities and families know their rights. Please consider becoming a sustaining donor and help us continue this important work