How to explain safe burial to families

Families are grieving. Your role as a CHW is to approach them with compassion and respect — not instructions and demands.

Useful phrases💬:

'I understand how much pain you are in. I am here to help your family mourn your loved one with respect and dignity.'
'The burial team is trained to carry out the burial in a way that honours [name] while keeping your family safe.'
'Please tell me what is most important to your family — the burial team will do everything they can to respect those needs.'
'Losing a loved one is painful. By following the guidance of the burial team, you protect those who have gathered to mourn — and you reduce the risk of more people getting sick.'

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