Sitting shiva in your space

Practical advice to set up a home for shiva.

line drawing of a woman with very curly hair lighting a tall shiva candle

Preparing a Home for Shiva Checklist
Print or download this checklist to prioritize and delegate the tasks involved in preparing a home for mourners to sit shiva.

Shiva Door Signs
Print these signs and place them on the front door of the home where people are sitting shiva. These will direct visitors making a shiva call, so the mourners don’t need to field extra questions or answer the door.

End-of-Life Rituals Glossary
Download or print this helpful list of definitions to familiarize yourself with common shiva terms.

Shiva Cards for Children
This printable resource was developed by a Shomer Collective Educator Fellow and can be used to prepare a young child who is attending shiva.

Tips for Online Shiva Gatherings
Hosting shiva online makes it easier for people to comfort mourners, even if they can’t be there in person.