What to do when someone dies
What to do when someone dies The loss of someone close to you is a hugely emotional time for everyone and if the tasks of sorting out the deceased's affairs and funeral fall to you there are some very practical steps that you will need to take. The first thing to realise is that you are not alone. There is lots of advice available to those who have been recently bereaved that will help you understand what you need to do and how to go about it. This article is intended to give you an outline of the tasks that lay ahead and point you towards further resources if you need them. There are three main sets of tasks which need to happen at different speeds. Immediate tasks upon the death of a loved one Notify your loved one's GP or the hospitaland take their advice on any immediate next [...]