Beit Olam Cemetery, located in Wayland, MA, is a part of the Jewish Cemetery Association of Massachusetts (JCAM), a 501(c)(13) cemetery association dedicated to honoring the deceased in accordance with Jewish religious practices, traditions, and beliefs. JCAM is committed to the maintenance and security of both existing and abandoned cemeteries under its care, ensuring the continuity of their operation. With a focus on preservation, JCAM maintains assets, archives, and records, while also educating the public about the social, cultural, and historic elements of Jewish cemeteries in Massachusetts.
As a leading non-profit organization, JCAM rescues, preserves, and restores Jewish cemeteries through education and community engagement. They offer various programs and services, including genizah (ritual burial of sacred texts), burial sales, grave maintenance, and cemetery records search. JCAM also actively participates in community events and initiatives, such as their Annual Book Burial and the dedication of the first COVID-19 memorial. With over 125 cemeteries under their care, JCAM remains dedicated to their mission of preserving Jewish heritage and ensuring the accessibility and upkeep of these sacred spaces.
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