After the funeral service
After the funeral service, the reality of the loss of a loved one often means that it is wise to seek the services of a professional bereavement support counsellor. As well as adjusting to this change in your life there are many practical matters that need to be attended to.
We offer this list as a guide to the sorts of relevant organisations you may need to notify or communicate within coming weeks and months.
Who to Notify:
- Solicitor and or Public Trustee
- Accountant
- Medicare
- Health Benefits Fund
- Department of Social Security/ Centrelink
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Superannuation Fund Manager
- Banks & Building Societies
- Credit Union / Friendly society
- Credit Card Providers
- Other Financial Institutions and Loan Companies
- Employer or Former Employers
- Trade Unions
- Professional Associations
- Australian Tax Office
- Insurance Companies- Life, Accident, Home and Contents
- Doctors/ Specialists
- Allied Health Professionals
- Hospital
- Dentist
- Pharmacist
- Car Registration Authority
- Electoral Office
- Clubs, Organisations and Associations
- RSL
- Sporting Groups
- Church or other spiritual organisation
- Household Help
- Gardening Services
- Meals on Wheels
- Home Help Providers
- Gardening Services
- Home Deliveries
- Post Office
- Local Council for Rates, Water & Sewerage
- Ambulance Services
- Telephone Company
- Electricity Company
- School, College or University
- Companies- eg. directorships
- Chamber of Commerce
- Service organisations - eg. Rotary, Lions, Apex, Red Cross Blood Bank
- Medical or Invalid Aids Rental Company