My mum died on Jan 15 th. We have only been able to register the death today Feb 7th, and earliest cremation date is beginning of March. All due to the new death certification rules that were brought out last September. This is causing myself and other family members enormous distress. Anyone else having these problems?
Hello @Chalky ,
I can see that you’re new to the community, so I wanted to say that I am so sorry for the loss of your Mum that brings you here. The administration following a loss can be extremely difficult, and I am sorry you are having these problems.
I’m sure someone will be along to offer their support, but I wanted to share a few Sue Ryder resources with you that may help right now.
- Our Grief Guide self-help platform which has information, resources and advice to help you through your grief
- Our Grief Coach text service, which sends you personalised text support via SMS
- Our free Online Bereavement Counselling which is held via video chat
- Our Bereavement Information pages which can walk you through what you are going through.
Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.
Take care,
Alex
Yes been really tough the delays.
My husband died 26th January.
The GP took a week to forward paperwork. The medical officer took a week to call me. Now I have to wait a week to register his death.
This is outside the time frame on the government website that states I need to register within 5 days.
It is a national problem I believe but honestly the stress and upset this has caused me and my family is unbearable.
I have contacted my MP in hope that something can change for us bereaved cause who else can help us?
Funeral directors have been amazing cause it really is distressing for them too sadly.
I’ve lost both my parents in the last 9 years to and planned their funerals in two weeks. I never imagined this awful time would be made so much worse just breaks my heart.
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
My funeral directors have also been very supportive, I know it’s causing them lots of problems, particularly as it’s not possible / recommended to view a body after such delays. I also wonder how this is affecting people whose religious beliefs require burial or cremation within 24 hrs ?
I have spoken to a regional medical examiner and GP practice manager, both apologetic for their part in the delay, in the hope that other families can be spared this anguish.
I think talking to your MP is a good idea, I know the changes are to safeguard everyone, but I don’t believe they should have been implemented if it can’t be done in a timely manner.
My mum was very elderly and died at home, I was at peace with this ,although I will miss her dreadfully. This delay has caused so much upset , i feel so distressed I’m finding it difficult to function.