Has someone you love passed away?

If a friend or loved one has passed away you may need immediate assistance.

Right now, you might feel like you are suspended in a dream or that things are not real. You may be in a state of shock and experience feelings of numbness, anger, guilt, confusion and loneliness. There is no right or wrong way to feel.

Your loved one can stay at home or in their hospital bed for quite a while. If you have talked about this beforehand, you may have a plan in place, which can really help at this time.

The funeral director in charge of the funeral arrangements will collect all the information required for registering the death and send it to the relevant state or territory government office. In most States and territories, this office is called the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

A copy of the Death Certificate is usually arranged for the next of kin by the funeral director. If a funeral director is not involved with funeral arrangements, the person who manages the final arrangements for the deceased is responsible for registering the death.

It is also advisable to:

• Make sure everyone who needs to know is told
• Try to find out whether a will has been made
• Arrange to see the deceased’s solicitor and read the will as soon as possible
• Seek help and support if you need it.
• Find the right funeral director and shop around.

Read our Guide for more information. What to do when someone dies

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