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Written by Reverend Judith Karen Fenley and Oberon Zell, the book offers insights into:

Navigating the legal frameworks surrounding death
Assisting your loved ones in ways that support their best medical care, the natural environment, and the emotional needs of the community
Creating meaningful and personalized funeral and memorial services
Exploring alternative burial options, such as home burials and green cemeteries
Preparing for your death in a way that is aligned with your values and beliefs
Death Rights and Rites is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to:

Gain a deeper understanding of death and dying
Plan for their death in a way that is meaningful and fulfilling
Help their loved ones through the process of dying and death
Support the growing movement for death-positive practices
Here are some of the key topics covered in the book:

The history of death and dying
The different stages of dying
The legal aspects of death and dying
Planning a home funeral
Green burial options
Creating a meaningful memorial service
Preparing for your death
Death Rights and Rites is a compassionate and practical guide that can help you make informed decisions about death and dying. It is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to approach death with wisdom and grace.

Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:

The National Home Funeral Alliance: https://www.homefuneralalliance.org/
The Green Burial Council: https://www.greenburialcouncil.org/
The Final Passages: https://finalpassages.org/
The Order of the Good Death: https://www.orderofthegooddeath.com/