Most of us will need to know how to manage the process of death, but few of us are taught anything about how. This checklist is meant to help you get through some of the things you may face and need to address in the first 24-72 hours after someone dies. You can also use this checklist to help you plan for your own passing and reduce some of the stress on your loved ones.
What’s covered:
Immediate actions you need to take
Whom you need to contact and when
Documents and information you need
Short-term financial and administrative protections
Practical household tasks
Communications and record keeping
What NOT to do
Also included:
Short scripts to notify friends and family, and for an initial social media post
A worksheet to keep track of important contacts and take notes
NOTE: This checklist is based on U.S. Government guidance, the advice of professionals, and my own personal experience and research. It should not be taken as, or replace, official, legal, financial, or medical advice. Please consult and adhere to the appropriate governmental and professional instructions, advice, and laws applicable to your unique situation and location.
Most of us will need to know how to manage the process of death, but few of us are taught anything about how. This checklist is meant to help you get through some of the things you may face and need to address in the first 24-72 hours after someone dies. You can also use this checklist to help you plan for your own passing and reduce some of the stress on your loved ones.
What’s covered:
Immediate actions you need to take
Whom you need to contact and when
Documents and information you need
Short-term financial and administrative protections
Practical household tasks
Communications and record keeping
What NOT to do
Also included:
Short scripts to notify friends and family, and for an initial social media post
A worksheet to keep track of important contacts and take notes
NOTE: This checklist is based on U.S. Government guidance, the advice of professionals, and my own personal experience and research. It should not be taken as, or replace, official, legal, financial, or medical advice. Please consult and adhere to the appropriate governmental and professional instructions, advice, and laws applicable to your unique situation and location.