In The Event of A Death – A Checklist

Make a list of the people to be notified of the death
- Immediate family, friends, employers, business colleagues, and schools
Arrange for someone to answer the door and telephone
- With someone else answering, these calls can be screened and the person who answers the door and phone can keep a list of calls that need to be returned
Consider the needs of the household
- Getting groceries, preparing meals, doing laundry, etc.
Consider your personal care needs
- Medication, getting proper rest, talking to someone if things are difficult.
See that there is care for any children in the family
Contact the funeral home
- Before deciding on any time and date for the funeral call the funeral home first