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My love one has died, what do I do now?

The complete guide to help ease the stress and uncertainty of dealing with estates and end-of-life arrangements.

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Guiding you through a difficult time.

When someone you love dies, it can feel overwhelming to navigate the legal and emotional challenges ahead. This comprehensive guide is designed to provide step-by-step advice on handling the administrative tasks and personal decisions that follow.

Why this guide is essential

Just to be clear, I’m not a legal or financial expert. I’m just someone who’s been through it and wants to make things easier for others. In consultation with legal expert Greg Russo of Greg Russo Law Pty Ltd, a specialist in Wills and Estates Law in Victoria, this guide has been created to give you the clarity you need to take the next steps after a death. While this guide doesn't replace professional advice, it empowers you with key information to simplify the process. Our guide also comes with a downloadable checklist.

What you'll find in this guide

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Pre-death arrangements

From Powers of Attorney to making decisions about medical care, learn how to ensure your loved one's affairs are in order.

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The first 24 hours

Understand the immediate steps you need to take, including what happens with coroners, organ donation, and interim death certificates.

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Funeral arrangements

This guide covers everything from choosing a funeral home to understanding payment options and securing bereavement leave.

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Estate administration

Whether there’s a will or not, this guide will help you understand how to manage assets, debts, and finalising your loved one’s estate.

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Catherine's insights at our inaugural Startup Spotlight panel were truly invaluable. Her willingness to openly share her personal journey and dedication to supporting the startup network exemplify her commitment to nurturing innovation. Catherine's guidance and genuine connection with aspiring entrepreneurs highlight her commitment to fostering a thriving entrepreneurial community

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Business and Industry Support Officer, Mornington Peninsula Shire
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Local news content creator, Mornington Peninsula’s Radio RPPfm 98.7Thanks for a great chat Catherine and for your very valuable service that helps people navigate a very emotionally-charged time in their lives.
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Thanks for a great chat Catherine and for your very valuable service that helps people navigate a very emotionally-charged time in their lives.

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Thank you Catherine for MC'ing and introducing a great line up of speakers and guests at the first "Dying to Know" event hosted by the Mornington Peninsula Shire. The Dying to Know event contributes to the Shire's Positive Ageing Strategy Domain 9: Quality of Life and facilitates initial conversations around the ‘normalisation’ of dying, death and bereavement as part of everyday community life on the #MorningtonPeninsula.

The event was well received by the community and I look forward to continue more work on the Quality of Life domain for our community.

Antonella Celi
Deputy Mayor, Mornington Peninsula Shire
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HUGE congrats Catherine Ashton to you and all the speakers and organisers for a really fabulous event. Without question it had a hugely positive impact on attendees. Thank you from me, Ollie and Mia! 

Danielle Jacobs MAPS, Senior Psychologist, Speaker, Coach & Consultant

You're not alone

Along with this guide, Critical Info provides additional support through our Support page, offering connections to bereavement organisations, legal experts, and funeral service providers.

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