Financial Support
We understand not everyone is in a financial position to pay for a funeral, and if the death is sudden then the cost of a funeral can be a very daunting thing. With this in mind we have gathered information and services that may help you.
The government offers some help to people who meet certain criteria, more information is on this below.
Funeral Payment Support
The Social Fund will pay for;
- All necessary 3rd Party costs, for burial or cremation.
- Travel for you to arrange and attend the funeral
- £700 towards the funeral director’s fees & coffin
To apply for Funeral Payment support, you will need to fill in a SF200 form available from the government website.
Bereavement Benefit Support
There are bereavement benefits available to the partner of the deceased, they are;
- A one off payment of up to £2,000
- A weekly allowance for one year
To apply for Bereavement Benefit Support, you will need to fill in a BB1 form available from the government website.
All support is subject to meeting specific criteria, please call for more information.
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