The very first step, the death will need to be verified by a medical professional.
If the death occurs at home, you will need to call the GP who will come to the home.
If the death was expected, occurs out of surgery opening hours, call 111. The paramedics are qualified to confirm the death.
Once the death is verified you can inform your funeral director who will arrange to bring the person into their care.
When someone dies it can feel overwhelming, but please do not feel rushed into making decisions. If they are at home, take your time, it is precious.
Once the death is verified the medical examiner will confirm the death with the register office. You will be informed to proceed to register the death. It is only once the death has been formally registered that plans for the funeral can begin.
For full details of the funeral arranging process, you can do so here
Call 999. The police and the paramedics will confirm the death
If is unexpected it may be referred to the coroner. We are here to support and guide you through this.
Whatever stage you are at in planning or arranging a funeral, the team at Thereafter are here to support, advise and guide you through.
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