Passing Quilt Ceremony

1. Retrieve the passing quilt
2. Take out the laminated sheet for yourself to follow
3. Download the song pre-selected by the resident – see PCC profile or ask family for a song
4. Greet funeral staff, show them to resident’s room, explain the passing quilt ceremony, retrieve laminated instructions
5. When the funeral staff are ready, re-enter the room and make sure the draping of the quilt is even
6. Inform family and staff that the processional is going to begin – when all are behind you, start the song
7. Lead the processional slowly toward the door, funeral staff push gurney – family to follow, staff to follow family
8. When you reach the exit, stop and turn to the family and staff
9. Read the selection and prayer / sentiments that is on the laminated sheet
10. Remove the quilt, fold and return with laminated instructions to the location where it is stored

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