Veteran services at Boulevard-Riverside Chapels
Boulevard-Riverside Chapels serves veteran families in Hewlett, NY with military funeral planning. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include large-capacity chapel, flexible chapel space, and large reception area, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation and veterans memorial service. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include large-capacity chapel and flexible chapel space.
Published pricing at Boulevard-Riverside Chapels: direct cremation from $4,050. That places direct cremation roughly 76% above the New York median ($2,300). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is St. Albans National Cemetery in NY, about 4 miles from Boulevard-Riverside Chapels. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 1,440 funeral homes in New York. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Boulevard-Riverside Chapels cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $4,050. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is Boulevard-Riverside Chapels located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Boulevard-Riverside Chapels is located at 1450 Broadway in Hewlett, NY. You can reach the home at (516) 295-3100. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Boulevard-Riverside Chapels offer veteran families?
Boulevard-Riverside Chapels provides jewish funeral services, traditional funeral, cremation, celebration of life, veterans memorial service, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Boulevard-Riverside Chapels help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Boulevard-Riverside Chapels mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Boulevard-Riverside Chapels accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Orthodox Judaism, Conservative Judaism, Reform Judaism, Secular Judaism families, among others.
What sets Boulevard-Riverside Chapels apart
- Specialization in Jewish funeral traditions across Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and secular practices.
- On-site mikvah and tahara room for ritual washing.
- Participation in the Dignity Memorial Homeless Veterans Burial Program, providing services at no cost to eligible veterans.
- Large chapel capacity (600-700 guests) with overflow areas.
- Ability to personalize services, blending tradition with individual passions and interests.
- Affiliation with the Dignity Memorial network, offering associated benefits and amenities.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Cremation
- · Cremation
- · Ritual Washing
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Crematory
- · Funeral Home
- · Mortuary
Specialties
- · Jewish Community
- · Orthodox Judaism
- · Conservative Judaism
- · Reform Judaism
- · Veterans
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Orthodox Judaism, Conservative Judaism, Reform Judaism, Secular Judaism. Languages spoken at the home: English, Spanish.
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.