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Further reading
Read about the first steps that need to be taken after someone has died, whether at home, in hospital or in a care home.
After the medical certificate has been issued, the next stage is to register the death. Here, we explain the next steps.
There are many decisions to make when arranging a funeral. Use our checklist of things to consider in the early stages.
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Get your probate checklist
Our free checklist breaks down the probate process into essential tasks and will help keep you on track.

What to do when someone dies
We take you through what you need to do when someone close to you dies, from how to register a death to what happens if a coroner is called in.

Funeral arrangements
From organising the funeral paperwork to understanding the costs and all the other arrangements, we explain everything you need to consider.

Loneliness
Older people can be vulnerable to feelings of loneliness and isolation. We explain how to help yourself or someone you love who is feeling lonely.
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