Supporting the bereaved or those at end of life
If your role involves supporting people who are bereaved or approaching the end of life, you may meet people who are worried about the cost of a funeral. These resources can help you give them information about their options, find sources of financial support and, where appropriate, refer them to our Funeral Costs Helpline.
Supporting people to understand their funeral options and manage costs
Many people are arranging a funeral for the first time while they are grieving. Our guides help people understand their options, including ways they may be able to manage costs and create a funeral that reflects the person who has died.
Helping people to pay for a funeral
If someone is finding it difficult to cover the cost of a funeral, there may be financial support available. Our guide explains how to access money left by the person who died to help pay for funeral costs, as well as other options including government support, grants from charities and organisations, crowdfunding and other sources of financial help.
When there’s no one able to arrange a funeral
Sometimes, there is no one able to arrange a funeral for a person who has died. This can happen for many reasons, including practical or financial circumstances, or because there is no one close to them who is able to make the arrangements. Our guide explains the local authority’s legal duty in these situations, including Council Funerals (also known as public health funerals).
Refer someone to the Funeral Costs Helpline
Sometimes, people may need more tailored support and advice about the cost of a funeral. Our small team of caseworkers will work with people to understand their options, identify the support available, and make decisions about a funeral that takes their circumstances into account and reflects the person who has died.
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