Post Funeral Advice
Jolene Hill
2018-03-28T17:20:10+00:00
- There is no ‘normal’ way to grieve.
- Grief can have a physical as well as emotional impact.
- The sadness may always be with you, but learning to live with grief can free you to move forward in your life.
- Grief counselling can help you gain a sense of peace and security.
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- Make a list of people you would like to thank for their kindness.
- Write a simple thank you…it doesn’t have to be lengthy.
- Don’t feel pressured into writing thank you cards if you are not ready.
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- Close all bank accounts; utility accounts; newspaper/magazine delivery accounts etc
- Don’y forget social media accounts; sporting and other social clubs etc
- Remove entries from electoral roles and all mailing lists etc.
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- Create a lasting tribute
- Memorial Websites can be shared all over the world
- Invite Family & Friends to share memories
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- The Australian government has multiple points of entry into their numerous services relating to personal and financial assistance following a bereavement. See our links in this section.
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- ‘Probate’ needs to be granted before the ‘Executor’ can settle the ‘Estate’.
- Understand the difference between ‘Estate’ and ‘Non-Estate’ Assets.
- Search for lost Funds, Superannuation and Assets.
- Challenging a Will
- Investing your Inheritance?
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- An independent valuation of a property ensures that the ‘fair market value’ is established as at the ‘date of death’.
- Some property valuers offer a 24 to 48 hour turnaround for residential properties.
- Ask if the valuer offers a discount on their services for Pensioner/Senior or Carers Card holders.
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- Appointing specialists such as Seniors Relocation Services to handle the entire exercise
- Arranging professional Removalists to move belongings to a new location
- Arranging self-storage via storage providers
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- Take your time making decisions regarding memorialisation of the deceased.
- Be informed of your options regarding headstones, memorial plaques and storage of ashes.
- Consider choosing a design and material that is a reflection of the deceased.
- Set a budget.
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- Deciding between storing or scattering the deceased’s ashes is an important decision and there are many factors to consider.
- Do you want to have a ‘once only’ scattering, or do you want to keep some ashes to scatter on special occasions or store.
- The emotional value of establishing a permanent place to visit is worthy of consideration.
- Be informed of your options before making a final decision regarding the treatment of ashes.
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- Check your agreement with the cemetery regarding ongoing maintence regulations.
- Your local council can refer you to a business if the cemetery does not provide maintenance.
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