Upholding Jewish Tradition: MJHS Health System’s Commitment to Jewish Programming

Providing compassionate, culturally connected care is paramount in health care. For the MJHS Health System, this extends beyond medical treatment to encompass the spiritual and religious needs of our diverse patient population.

Among its many care initiatives, MJHS Health System’s Jewish Programming stands out as a beacon of support for Jewish patients and their families, ensuring their spiritual values and religious beliefs are respected and upheld throughout their health care journey. Our commitment to ensuring care that is consistent with their values includes:

• Holocaust Survivor Care: At the heart of this program is a deep respect for the cultural, religious, and historical experiences that shape the lives of Jewish individuals and families. Holocaust Survivor Care reflects MJHS’s long-standing commitment to trauma-informed care—recognizing the lasting impact of the Holocaust on survivors and their loved ones. MJHS ensures that care teams are educated not only about this history but also about its lifelong emotional and psychological effects, fostering an environment grounded in sensitivity, dignity and understanding.

• Assistance with Funeral Planning: MJHS Health System also goes above and beyond to accommodate the religious customs surrounding end-of-life care for Jewish patients. This includes assistance with funeral planning and coordination with the Chevra Kadisha to facilitate prompt burial within 24 hours, in accordance with Jewish tradition. Such attention to detail not only honors the deceased but also alleviates the burden on grieving families during a difficult time.

• Halachic Pathway: Another essential component of MJHS’s Jewish Programming is the Halachic Pathway, which ensures Jewish patients and their families that their designated rabbinic advisor will be involved in medical decision-making. This acknowledgment of the importance of religious guidance in health care decisions reflects MJHS’s commitment to holistic care that encompasses both physical and spiritual well-being.

• Honoring Jewish Holidays and Traditions: MJHS Health System recognizes the importance of observing Jewish holidays and traditions. Through the dedicated efforts of Rabbinic Pastoral Care Providers, cultural and spiritual practices are observed with reverence and sensitivity, fostering continuity and connection to tradition even within the health care setting.

• Jewish Memorial Prayers: In times of mourning, MJHS can help provide solace and support by facilitating the recitation of Kaddish, the mourner’s prayer, for those in need. By acknowledging and accommodating these sacred rituals, MJHS Health System demonstrates its unwavering commitment to supporting Jewish patients and their families through life’s most challenging moments. Browse the Jewish Memorial Prayer Remembrance opportunities available to our families.