Gan Shalom Cemetery

05/08/2026

Join our conversation on psychedelic use around end-of-life care and grief this Tuesday in SF.
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Sinai Memorial and the Jewish Association for Death Education are hosting a discussion exploring how psychedelics can help people facing death and grief.

05/07/2026

Does Mother’s Day Feel Complicated? That’s Okay. Dr. Laura Berman shares 5 ways to make space for grief on this day when we're expected to feel joyful.

Dr. Laura Berman shares 5 ways to make space for grief on this day when we're expected to feel joyful. Listen to this article.0:00/438.41306122448981× “Mother’s Day can hold many truths at once. Love and loss. Joy and longing. Celebration and silence.” The first tulips always

05/04/2026

Join us at Manny's in SF for an evening conversation on the emerging role of psychedelics in end‑of‑life care and grief.

On Tuesday, May 12 at 6pm, a panel of experts will discuss current research, ethical questions, and how these therapies may support people facing serious illness — as well as those living with grief.

This discussion is thoughtful, grounded, and open to community members who want to learn more about how this field is evolving.

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Join Sinai Memorial Chapel and JADE for an evening conversation about the emerging role of psychedelics in end-of-life care and grief.

01/09/2026

Gan Shalom Cemetery is just one of the spaces that Sinai Memorial operates at YOUR nonprofit Jewish death care organization. Join us in San Francisco for a networking breakfast and meeting to learn about the work we do throughout the Bay Area. RSVP so we can tell our pals at Dina's Kosher Catering to count you in for the complimentary breakfast. https://evt.to/Hb24304078

01/09/2026

Join us for a powerful weekend retreat for mourners of all ages, infants through elders. If you have experienced the death of a loved one, visit campnewman.org/grief-and-growing to learn more.

12/15/2025

"As far apart as we might be — geographically, politically, religiously — we are family." - Rabbi Sharon Brous, IKAR https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/15/opinion/hanukkah-attack-sydney-australia.html?unlocked_article_code=1.808.Q_Vy.BJX1yKu7_SXq&smid=url-share 🖖🩵🤍💙

We must not succumb to the darkness of hate and fear.

09/19/2025

Even when our offices and cemeteries are closed, our funeral directors are available 24/7. Call us anytime you need us (415) 921-3636.

09/16/2025

Joy is a deep release of the soul, and it includes death and pain.”
— Rabbi Alan Lew, z”l

As the Days of Awe begin, we hold space for both grief and gratitude. At Sinai Memorial, we honor the full spectrum of life—its sorrow, its sweetness, and the sacred work of return.

✨Shanah Tovah U’Metukah — May the year ahead bring comfort, connection, and peace.

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09/04/2025

Our next East Bay Advance Planning Workshop will take place at Chabad Berkeley on Sunday, September 14 at 5pm. Rabbi Yehuda Ferris and Cara Walden will present on how Jewish tradition can provide guidance and peace of mind for you and your family. All are welcome to join us . RSVP here - https://chabadberkeley.org/jewishburial Your registration includes a delicious light dinner of fresh, crispy falafel, warm pita, creamy hummus, assorted salads, and golden fries.