Resources
Useful Websites
ADVICE
Check what to do after a death - how to register the death, notify government departments and deal with the estate.
https://www.gov.uk/when-someone-dies
Information and advice relating to death and wills of a loved one, from Citizens Advice. Including information on arranging a funeral and dealing with the costs involved.
https://citizensadvice.org.uk/family/death-and-wills/
Find advice and support for coping with the mental health aspect of bereavement and grief, including help with bereavement in children and young people.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/advice-for-life-situations-and-events/bereavement/
A huge resource on all aspects of dealing with bereavement and helpline that supports and advises people on what they need to do after a death.
https://www.bereavementadvice.org/
KEEP TALKING
Dealing with bereavement can be very hard, but it's important to keep talking and to find the emotional help and support you need.
You can talk to other people who are dealing with, or who have recently dealt with, the loss of a loved one in our forum, or you can seek the support of a trained listener.
If you feel you are in desperate need of emotional support...
Call Samaritans on 116 123 (UK-wide)
Text SHOUT to 85258 (UK-wide)
Call C.A.L.L. on 0800 132 737 (Wales only)
These services are for anyone who's struggling.
They won't judge you.
They're free, they're anonymous, and they're always open.