Family Next Steps Checklist
What to do after a loss — and what can wait.
Take it one step at a time. Check things off as you go; your progress stays on this device.
1. The first 24 to 48 hours
Only what can't wait. Finances, estates and bills can wait.
2. The first week
Planning the service and starting the paperwork.
3. Weeks 2 to 4
Notifications and protecting their accounts.
4. The months ahead
These can wait. Take your time.
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