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Practical help before and after a death
NALA
NALA is a free online guide to the practical tasks that may follow a death.
NALA can help you understand:
- what to do first after someone dies
- how to register a death
- how to arrange a funeral
- who needs to be told about the death
- how to close bank accounts
- how to deal with pensions, benefits and bills
- whether you may need probate
- how to manage and settle an estate
- where to find grief support
The website also has guides to help you plan ahead. These cover:
- making a will
- setting up a lasting power of attorney
- recording your funeral wishes
- organising your money and important information
The guides explain tasks step by step. They may include contact details, checklists, documents you may need and words you can use during a phone call.
NALA also has free online tools. These can help you check possible benefits, probate costs, funeral costs and inheritance tax.
The website gives general information based on UK processes. It does not replace legal, financial or medical advice. Get advice from a qualified professional if the estate or your situation is complex.
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