Protocol for a Death
- Assessment of the situation:
- expected/prepared
- family supports-short and long term
- unusual circumstances; traumatic suicide
- child or parent of a young child
- dysfunctional family
- Give information over the phone if bereaved person has family supports,
or go in person if family needs emotional support or if there is no
family- leave your home phone number for them to call you if they need
further information.
- Call Neighborhood Coordinator for meals or condolences.
- Send condolence card/send separate card to children.
- Follow up phone call in 3-5 days,
- Attend the Memorial Service if bereaved is a church member.
- Follow up for 12-18 months with emotional support, particularly if bereaved is living alone.
- Follow tip might also include necessary paper work, thank-you notes, or disposing of belongings.
Last updated on Thursday, April 10, 2008.
