This overview provides you with the information you will need about the loss of a loved one. The information is presented in terms of temporal logic – it is broken down into successive steps.
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Proactive government service Death of a loved one consists of the following:
Preparing for your own death or the death of a loved one
Here, you can read about why preparing for death is an important step — one that may help to later ease the grieving process and reduce stress.
Learning about a death and burial
Here, you will learn what to do after you learn about the death of a loved one.
Succession and contracts
Here you will find an overview of the basics of succession and contracts, and how to act if you or a loved one was an entrepreneur at the time of death.