When someone dies, we help you know what to do
A free, personalised step-by-step guide covering everything from registering the death to probate, finances, and beyond. Tailored to your situation, with real deadlines and no jargon.
Free. No sign-up. Takes about 3 minutes.
680,000+
people struggle with bereavement admin in the UK each year
21
organisations you may need to contact after a death
100%
free, with no sign-up required
How it works
Answer a few questions
Tell us about your situation. We will ask about the person who died, your relationship, and the circumstances. It takes about 3 minutes.
Get your personalised guide
We create a checklist of everything you need to do, tailored to your exact situation, with real deadlines, helpful links, and estimated costs.
Work through it at your own pace
Tick things off as you go. Your progress is saved. Come back whenever you need to. There is no rush.
Why people trust Help After Loss
Built by people who have been through it. We know how overwhelming bereavement admin can be. That is why we made this free, simple, and personal.
Personalised to your situation
Not a generic list. Our guide adapts based on your answers, so you only see what applies to you. Whether there is a will or not, property or not, in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland.
Actual deadlines from the date of death
We calculate your real deadlines. Register within 5 days. Apply for probate within 3 months. Inheritance tax within 6 months. So you never miss anything important.
Estimated costs so nothing is a surprise
From death certificates to funeral costs, probate fees to solicitor charges. We estimate the total cost based on your situation, with tips on how to save money.
Covers all four UK nations
Different rules for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. We adjust everything automatically. Probate becomes Confirmation in Scotland. Tell Us Once is not available in NI.
Respects cultural and religious needs
Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, and Christian traditions are all supported. We adjust timelines and guidance to respect your faith requirements.
Your data stays on your device
We do not collect, store, or share any of your personal information. Everything is saved locally on your phone or computer. No sign-up, no tracking, no selling data.
Everything you need to know, in one place
Explore our free resources
Whether you need local guidance, help notifying organisations, or tools to stay organised, everything is free and designed to make this process less overwhelming.
Local City Guides
Find your local registrar, council contacts, and step-by-step guidance for your city.
County Guides
Registrar offices across England and Wales, organised by county.
Who to Notify
Bereavement phone numbers, online forms, and step-by-step processes for banks, utilities, and insurers.
Guides and Articles
In-depth articles on funeral costs, bereavement leave, bank thresholds, and more.
Deadline Tracker
Enter the date of death and see every key deadline calculated for you automatically.
Document Vault
Track which important documents you have found and which you still need.
Phone Directory
Every bereavement phone number you might need, all in one place.
Call Scripts
Word-for-word scripts for difficult phone calls to banks, utilities, and employers.
Template Letters
Ready-to-use notification letters for every organisation you need to contact.
Ready to get your personalised guide?
Answer a few simple questions and we will tell you exactly what you need to do, when to do it, and how.
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