Information and Support Package
The SYDNEY ISLAMIC FUNERALS (SIF) bereavement support package includes the relevant information designed to guide you through the process of losing a loved one. A complete package provides for the following:
• Transport of the deceased from the place of death to the Sydney Islamic funeral premise.
• A private viewing room for immediate family members and friends.
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If required facility to keep the deceased overnight on premise.
• Specially trained male and female staff to perform ghusl (Islamic burial washing). Note: Allowance of up to 3 family members to assist with washing.
• Shrouding the body of the deceased
• Performing the Janazah (funeral prayer) at Omar Mosque.
• Burial plot at cemetery advised by the family of the deceased.
• Transportation of the deceased from Omar Mosque to the Islamic cemetery section at Rookwood Cemetery or any other cemetery for burial.
• Imam in attendance to perform the burial rites at grave site and supports the family through this period.
• Facilities made available at Omar Mosque for the gathering on the third day (taalit) after burial.
• Imam to make arrangements for obtaining death certificate •
Includes application and associated costs. Currently there are no restrictions, and all family member and friends are welcome to attend the funeral prayer and accompany the deceased to the cemetery. We understand the emotional hardships faced upon losing a loved one, and as such, have also included a list of various grief counselling services to provide extra support during this difficult time. For more information:
SYDNEY ISLAMIC FUNERALS
M: (+61) 0424 777 755
P: (02) 9643 0314
E: admin@ sydneyislamicfunerals.org.au
W: sydneyislamicfunerals. org.au
A: 43-47 Harrow Rd, Auburn NSW 2144