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Checklist for documents to be identified and who to inform upon ones death

When a person has passed away, there are a number of important documents that need to be found. It is also necessary to notify certain people/organisations about the deceased.

The link below provides a checklist of some of the documents that need to be identified and people or organisations that may need to be informed.

Download Who to Inform Checklist


What to do when someone has died?

For information on what to do following a death, visit the Australian Government - Department of Human Services site: http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/subjects/what-to-do-following-a-death


Dealing with Grief & Bereavement:

If you or someone close to you is dealing with the loss of a loved one/relative/friend, you may contact the following organisations for assistance:

ORGANISATION DETAILS WEBSITE PHONE
Australian Centre for Grief & Bereavement Information for general public on bereavement and referral services www.grief.org.au 1800 642 066 (Freecall)
Griefline Counselling support service for those who have encountered a significant loss www.griefline.org.au 1300 845 745 (Landline Only; Midday - 3am)
Lifeline 24 hour counselling service providing emotional support www.lifeline.org.au 13 11 14

Useful Links:


Australian State and Territory Law Societies

NSW Law Society

LIV Law Institute of Victoria

QLD Law Society

WA Law Society

NT Law Society

SA Law Society

TAS Law Society

ACT Law Society