When someone passes away, it can be overwhelming to know where to start, or to work out what you need to do and when. Below, we explain what to expect after you let us know a loved one with a Hodge savings account or mortgage has passed away.
Help with the funeral
If you’d like to use some of the money from the account to pay for the funeral, you don’t need to wait until you’ve got it – we can pay the funeral director directly from the account for you. If you need help choosing a funeral director, The National Association of Funeral Directors provides bereaved people with information and assurance to help them choose a compassionate and professional funeral director they can trust.
Getting some support
There are lots of organisations that can help you and your loved ones with emotional and mental health support. If you need financial support, or you’re not sure how to handle the finances after someone’s passed away, there are several organisations that can help.
Cruse Bereavement Care
Cruse Bereavement Care is a leading UK bereavement charity helping bereaved people with support, information and campaigning.
The Samaritans
The Samaritans are dedicated to reducing feelings of isolation and disconnection that can lead to suicide.
The Probate Service
Taking the stress out of dealing with the death of a loved one
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice is a national charity offering confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free.
My Lost Account
If you have lost touch with your bank, building society or national savings and investment account, My Lost Account can help reunite you with your money.