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WHAT YOU CAN DO RIGHT NOW
Information is great. But taking small steps now can lead to big changes.
- Today
- Get some support. This is an emotionally trying time.
- Take care of steps 1 – 4 on the checklist, "Immediate Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies."
- You’ll probably need to deal with Step 5 as well—making final arrangements.
- Next Week
- Get help addressing important tasks within the first weeks after death—steps 6 – 10 on the checklist, "Immediate Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies."
- As you gather important and financial documents, make sure you put them in a safe and secure place.
- During the Next Few Months
- Continue to take care of items on the checklist, "Immediate Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies."
- Check the person’s credit report to make sure no one has opened accounts using his or her identity.
- Start thinking about ways to manage financial issues when family member dies.
