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Probate & Trust Administration
Have You Lost a Loved One?
We'll Help Guide You Through What's Next
Take the Time You Need
Some Things You Can Do Before
You Meet With an Attorney
- Cover immediate expenses like funeral costs.
- Contact Social Security office and any pension companies to notify of passing.
- Cancel credit cards and unnecessary subscriptions in decedent’s name alone.
- Obtain several originals of the death certificate. (We recommend starting with 10.)
- Locate any original documents, including Last Will or Trusts.
- Secure your loved one's personal property to prevent loss or theft.
Take Care of You
Accept Help
Allow your friends to cook you a meal. If they offer to help you run errands, let them.
Look After Your Health
Remind yourself to eat. Drink plenty of water, walk or exercise regularly and try as best as you can to sleep.
Be Balanced
Acute grief periods are normal. Just try to balance them with other activities, like going for a walk or spending time with friends.
Help Others
We usually feel better when we are focused on others, so try volunteering, reaching out to a lonely friend or helping a neighbor.
Remember Your Loved One
Talk about your loved one often. Encourage friends to share their good memories.