Whether the death of your loved one was expected or not, we understand that it’s an extremely distressing time for all of the family.
Knowing the steps you need to take following the passing of your friend or family member can help take some of the pressure off, allowing you to grieve.
Handling the situation logically and efficiently will help make the process much less stressful, and our expert funeral directors near Cheddar are here to bear the majority of the burden.
The steps you need to take will vary depending on your specific circumstances, but typically you’ll be expected to inform the authorities of the death within 5 days of receiving the medical cause of death from the doctors.
Once your loved one’s death has been registered and you’ve received the certificate or ‘green form’, you should pass it over to your funeral director as soon as possible so that they can start making the arrangements.