Denton Village Surgery

Bereavements

What to do after a death

In the unfortunate event that a person has passed away, there are three things that must be done in the first few days:
– Obtain a death certificate from your GP or hospital doctor (this is necessary to register the death)
– Register the death within 5 days, you will then receive the necessary documents for the funeral
– Make the necessary funeral arrangements

 

National Bereavement Service

Every bereavement is different and there are different processes dependent on your circumstances. The National Bereavement Service will help you find the help you need to deal with the practical things you need to do. They are there to help.

Phone
0800 0246 121 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm)

Website
www.nationalbereavementservice.org

Email
info@thenbs.co.uk

Date published: 12th May, 2022
Date last updated: 14th January, 2026