Resources

Black Tulip Funeral Stationery

Funeral Poems

Obituaries

Births, Deaths & Marriages NSW

NSW Coroners - Forensic Medicine Support

Prayers

Software Applications

PHOTOMYNE - Scan & keep memories alive for generations

Social Media Accounts

Facebook

How to Memorialise a Facebook Account
How to Close a Facebook Account When Someone Dies

Instagram

How to Memorialise and close an Instagram Account when Someone Dies

Twitter

How to Close a Twitter Account When Someone Dies

Help & Support Groups

Cancer Council Canteen Finty - Money & Mental Health Good Grief SANDS The Heart Foundation Australian Government – Department of Defence Service Records Centrelink Medicare Beyond Blue (Anxiety / Depression / Suicide)myCompass - Free online self-help program for people with mild to moderate depression, anxiety and stress MindSpot - Online assessment, treatment for stress, anxiety and more.MHMA - Multicultural mental health resources Men's Shed - 1300 550 009 - Men’s Sheds provide a safe and busy environment to support men's bodies and minds.Blue Knot Foundation - 1300 657 380 Supporting adults affected by complex trauma and childhood trauma and those who support them.eFriend - A free, virtual peer support service that proving non-clinical, peer-based mental health support.Gambling Help Online - 1800 858 858 - Free, confidential 24/7 telephone help service for anyone affected by gambling.Open Arms - 1800 011 046 - 24/7 support for current and ex-serving ADF personnel and their families.1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732 24/7 counselling, information and referrals for sexual assault, domestic and family violence.Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 - 24/7 private and confidential phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.MensLine Australia - 1300 78 99 78 - 24/7 telephone and online support for men with emotional health and relationship concerns.Lifeline Service Finder - A directory of free or low cost health and community services available in Australia.Head to Health - A directory of digital mental health resources.Black Dog Institute - Research, information, facts and online resources for mental health and illnesses.National Debt Helpline - (03) 9421 7640 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday . Free National Debt Helpline is a free service that helps people tackle their debt problems.Support After Suicide - (03) 9421 7640 Counselling, group support and an online community website for people bereaved by suicide.StandBy - Support after Suicide. Postvention and support after suicide for individuals, families and communities.SANE Australia - Monday - Friday 10am-10pm Mental illness advice, referral and support via phone, webchat or email.Relationships Australia - Relationship support services for individuals, families and communities.ReachOut.com - Help with tough times for 14-25 year olds and their parents.QLife - 3pm - midnight, every day . Phone and online anonymous and free LGBTI peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.PANDA - 1300 726 306 - 9am - 7:30pm weekdays AEST. Support for women, men and families affected by anxiety and depression during pregnancy and in the first year of parenthood.Headspace - 1800 650 890 - Support and information for young people 12-25 for mental health and what's going on in their life.Griefline - 1300 845 745 Midday - 3am, every day. Telephone and online counselling service for people experiencing loss or grief.Butterfly Foundation - 1800 334 673. 8am - midnight, every day. Support for eating disorders and body image issues over the phone, web chat or email.R U OK? inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling with life.

Who Needs to be Informed of a Death

Once you receive the death certificate, numerous people and organisations may need to be informed. These include:

Executor of Will

Employer

Department of Veteran’s Affairs

Solicitor and / or public trustee

Insurance companies (life, accident, home / contents, vehicle etc)

Church or religious groups

Home nursing service

Medical or Hospital Benefits Fund

Doctor

Associated health professionals – dentist, physiotherapist, social worker

Household help such as Meals on Wheels

Home delivery services such as newspapers or milk

Centrelink

Landlord / housing authority

Banks, building societies, credit unions, financial institutions, and credit card providers

Clubs (RSL, Community, Sporting)

Utilities and suppliers – electricity, gas, phone etc.

Motor Transport Authority – licence and registration

Digital monetary accounts such as PayPal and eBay

Medicare

Electoral office

Tax office and accountant

Post office (mail redirection)

Digital social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and e-mail accounts)

Superannuation providers

Home appliance rental, medical aids rental company

Local Government for Rates, fire levy, etc.

Ambulance Service

School or college

Chamber of Commerce

Service organisations – e.g. Rotary, Lions, Apex, Red Cross, and Blood bank