when someone dies

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Here are some possible sources of information and advice…

If I should die
A website dedicated to providing as much practical information and support as possible, in one place. It is aimed at everyone, whether they are considering their own death, coping with the death of a loved one, thinking about making a will or just needing some comforting words to help write a letter to a bereaved friend or family member.

Widowhood - A young woman's survival guide
This website is practical guide for widows and women needing clear, simple advice. After being widowed at the age of 33, Kate Boydell set up this site with the aim of helping any young widow to feel that life isn’t hopeless after her husband has gone.

The WAY foundation
provides a self-help social and support network for men and women widowed up to the age of 50, and their children. The main aim is to help those widowed young to rebuild their lives by helping one another. There are groups running around the country.

What happens when someone dies
DWP booklet D49 - What to do after a death in England and Wales.
Available from your local Department for Work and Pensions, Post Office and from some libraries.

Planning for a funeral
Age Concern factsheet.
This includes information on what happens when someone dies, how to arrange a funeral, financial help, organ donation etc, useful addresses and suggestions for further reading.

Other Age Concern factsheets
Age Concern has also published other excellent factsheets to tell you more about wills and related matters, such as dealing with a person's estate and getting legal advice.

You may also like to look for useful organisations in our getting help and support database. It includes groups for the bereaved, as well as organisations that can give advice on finance, legal matters etc.

A hospital social worker, bereavement officer or nurse may also be able to help.

Our Cancer Information Centres may also have useful information.