Death is an inevitable
fact of life. However, many of us never think about what we need to
do until we are faced with the situation. It is at this time you need
all the help and support possible to help you through the grieving
process . We at the surgery are available to give you advice and guidance;
however, there are certain practical steps you might need to know
about. These are things that you will have to do:
IF
SOMEONE DIES AT HOME
- Telephone the doctor
and they will visit to confirm that death has taken place and also
tell you how to obtain the death certificate
- Contact a funeral director
who will be able to advise you on registration procedures
IF
SOMEONE DIES IN HOSPITAL
- Contact a funeral director
to let them know that their services will be required.
- Collect the doctor's
death certificate from the hospital
IN
ALL CASES OF DEATH
- Make an appointment
to take the death certificate to the registrar's office for the
area in which the death took place. Also take the deceased's medical
card, if available, and also details of the birth certificate. The
registrar will then issue you with a green form.
- Take this green form
to the funeral director who will take over responsibility for arranging
the funeral and allow you to grieve in peace.
