A DeAth in Your FAmilY - City of Prince George

What Do I Need to Know about
Re-Arranging My Own Legal Affairs?
• In time, you may wish to change your Will
if the death of your loved one means your
old Will is out of date.
• It may be appropriate to review your
arrangements for future planning, such as
Power of Attorney, Advance Health Care
Directive, or Representation Agreement.
• If you have lost your partner, you may need
financial advice or help with reorganizing
your banking arrangements. Talk to your
bank or credit union. A trusted friend or
family member can accompany you there
for emotional support, but it is wise to take
charge of your own finances.
• You may wish to keep decision-making to
a minimum for the first year. If you have
lost your partner, it may be a good idea to
remain in your home if you are able to do
so. Don’t make decisions to sell off your
assets until you have had time to grieve
and properly assess your financial and
personal situation.
4. Where to Find Support During
Bereavement
Grieving is an important process that requires
much more time than our culture often
acknowledges or allows. Support during
time of bereavement can help bring healing,
renewal, and hope for the future.
Family and friends can be a great source of
comfort. Expressing your feelings with them
can help you in the grieving process.
You also may wish to link up with resources
in the community that offer comfort, support,
referrals, and services, when needed.
The following are some suggestions.
BC Bereavement Helpline
www.bcbereavementhelpline.com
Helpline: 604 738-9950 or 1-877-779-2223
The BC Bereavement Helpline is a non-profit
society that facilitates the care and support of
the bereaved throughout BC, in part through
telephone support and information.
On the Helpline, volunteers assist callers to
find bereavement support.
Helpline hours are 9 AM to 3 PM, Monday
to Friday.
The Helpline also produces brochures and
a provincial bereavement support resource
directory.
For more information, contact:
Telephone: 604 738-9950
Toll-free: 1-877-779-2223
Fax: 604 873-5002
email: bcbh@telus.net
Box 53530, 984 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K7
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