When someone dies the sense of loss, panic and overall fear and confusion are emotions experienced by many of those left behind. It is a time when we are at our most vulnerable with so many questions and decisions to be made. The following is a quick guide to many of the frequently asked questions and answers, local authorities are a good source of information and can answer many additional questions you may have.
When someone dies
When does a death have to be reported to the Coroner?
How do I find out about organ donation?
Where is the Births, Deaths & Marriages office to register the death?
What certificates will I get when I register the death?
What if my baby was born sleeping (still-born)?
Money Matters
Can I get financial help to pay with funeral expenses?
I need help with Tax and am on a low income.
I don’t know if the deceased had a pension, how do I find out?
Can I claim any additional any State Benefits?
Planning A Funeral
Can anyone help – I can’t do it by myself!
What readings can we use at the service?
I don’t know what flowers to have?
Is there a Book of Remembrance in Peterborough?
Local Authority
Peterborough City Council – 01733 262639 or email crematorium@peterborough.gov.uk
