After someone dies: coping with bereavement

Booklet
Published: 01 Oct 2023
Next review: 01 Oct 2026
Edition: 3

This booklet is about coping when someone you care about has died. It is for the relatives and friends of someone who has died of cancer. It is for the relatives and friends of someone who has died of cancer.

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Published: 01 Oct 2023
Next review: 01 Oct 2026
Edition: 3

This booklet is about coping when someone you care about has died. It is for the relatives and friends of someone who has died of cancer. It is for the relatives and friends of someone who has died of cancer.

About this booklet

The booklet looks at some of the emotions you may have and the support that can help. It also gives you practical information about what to do and what to expect when someone dies.

 

If your relative or friend has died recently, you may fnd it hard to cope with your emotions and the practical things you have to do. Even if they died some time ago, you might still be struggling with these things while getting used to life without your relative or friend.

 

We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information.


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How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Financial guidance
Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. You may be able to claim benefits to help you in your situation. You may also be able to get financial assistance from other organisations.
Welfare rights advice and tools

There are lots of benefits that could help you after a cancer diagnosis, but the system can be confusing. Our Welfare Rights Advisors are here to help.