It is never easy to lose someone who is close to us. However, in the days and weeks after someone close has died, there are many things that will need to be considered and arranged. We understand that navigating through these practical arrangements can be stressful. We are here to guide you through, and help make this difficult time that little bit easier.
What to do after someone close dies
When someone close to us dies, you and other close friends or relatives may be responsible for making practical arrangements for that person now that they are no longer with us. These will include things like:
- Registering the death and acquiring the death certificate
- Arranging a funeral or suitable alternative, if desired
- Closing any accounts belonging to the person who has died
Guidance and support after someone dies
We have produced a helpful, comprehensive booklet that contains all of the guidance you will need in the days and weeks after someone close has died. If you require this information in another format, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
GriefLine
Compassionate grief support when you need someone to listen.
St Clare Hospice’s GriefLine (01279 945089) is a free bereavement and grief support callback service for anyone living in West Essex and East Herts who is struggling with grief.
It doesn’t matter if your loss was recent or in the past, our trained GriefLine volunteers are here to listen.
Call GriefLine today on 01279 945089*
*GriefLine operates a 24-hour answerphone service and one of our trained bereavement volunteers will return your call within 72 hours.
By calling GriefLine, you can…
- Talk to a trained volunteer offering who will provide a compassionate, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to talk about your grief and how you’re feeling.
- Get help accessing other services and local community resources.
To find out more about GriefLine, please click here.