There are many practical matters to attend to when someone dies. If you require any information, advice or signposting on the many issues and procedures that you may face after the death of someone close please contact The Bereavement Advice Centre on the free phone number 0800 634 9494 or visit www.bereavementadvice.org

Rossendale Hospice offer free bereavement counselling to people within the community who are struggling to cope with their emotions following the death of a family member or close friend. If you would like to find out more about the services on offer at Rossendale Hospice, please contact them on 01706 253 633 or visit www.rossendalehospice.org