Compassionate Care for Indigent Jews
The Hebrew Free Burial Society offers free funeral services and burial for indigent Jews, ensuring dignity and respect in their final arrangements at the Chesed Shel Emes cemetery.


Honoring Jewish Traditions
A Commitment to Community
As an independent program, we focus on providing essential burial services, distinct from other organizations, to support those in need within the Greater Washington Jewish community.
Location Info
The Hebrew Free Burial Society offers free burial services for indigent Jews at Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery, ensuring dignity in their final resting place.
Cemetery Address
Hours of Operation:
The gates to the Chesed Shel Emes cemetery are open every Sunday from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. All other times are by appointment only. Phone lines remain open except for Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
5300 Southern Avenue
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Directions To Cemetery:
- Take 495 to Exit 15B West (Route 214 Central Avenue)
- Go 3.5 Miles, Turn Left onto Southern Avenue
- Go .75 Miles, Turn Left into the Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery at E Street