What is Lying in Honor?
Home VigilAfter death the loved one's body is ceremoniously washed and anointed with essences and oil and then dressed in favorite clothes by family members. In most states the deceased is allowed to lie in the home environment for 1-4 days while family and friends sit with the body. This allows time for family members to arrive and spend last moments with the loved one. FInal good-byes can be said and ritual may be included at this time.
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After Death CareAfter death care happens at bedside - at home, in a care facility or hospital. You have the right to bring your loved one home from the hospital or care home and provide special care in your own home. YOU have the right to act as the funeral director for your loved one. Securing your rights is usually easier if you have a conversation with the staff at the care facility/hospital prior to death and make arrangements to bring your family member home for a "wake" or celebration of life. |
Personalize Send-offOur team at Full Circle LIving & Dying Collective recently held a communtiy educational event on Planning Your Own Memorial Service. We discussed options and provided a mock lying in honor of our mannequin "Felisha". Here she has been wrapped in fine tapestries and honored with fresh flowers as she lies in honor in her eco-friendly decorated cardboard casket.
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