When someone in our community experiences a loss of a family member, Nechama steps in to offer emotional and tangible support. At the request of the clergy and with the congregant’s approval, a Nechama volunteer makes contact with the bereaved to express the condolences of the entire community and to offer support to the family.  The volunteer delivers a challah on the first Shabbat, and checks back in with the bereaved two or three weeks later by dropping off a “comfort bag. Many of our volunteers are temple members who were supported during a bereavement and want to offer similar support to others. 

Volunteers sign up for one month during the year, and there are two volunteers per month to share the mitzvah.

Nechama is one part of Temple Beth Elohim’s nationally recognized Caring Community.   If you or someone you know is in need of the support of the Bereavement Team, or if you would like to volunteer, please contact:

Carolyn Kohlman: clkohlman@rcn.com
Carol Clingan:  (781) 234-2645 or clingan@comcast.net