Table of Contents

Acknowledgements vii

Foreword ix

Chapter One - In the Beginning 1

• Hand1ingEmotions 1
• Support 2
• A Willingness to Move Forward 2

Chapter Two - Services 5

Chapter Three - Finances 13

• Death Certificates 14
• Birth Certificates 16
• Marriage License 17
• Social Security 17
• Military Papers 19
• Will 20
• Insurance Policies 20
• Pension Papers, 401k Statements, Workplace Benefits 21
• Investment Papers, Statements, Annuities, IRAs 22
• Divorce Papers 23
• Adoption Papers 23
• Taxes 24

Chapter Four - Legal Matters-Probate and Malpractice 27

• Probate 28
• Trusts 30
• Dual Residency 32
• Malpractice 32

Chapter Five - Personal Issues 33

• Sleep Troubles 33
• Excessive Crying 34
• Panic Attacks 34
• Inability to Concentrate 34
• Depression 34
• Excessive Anger 35

Chapter Six-Helping Others 37

• Grief Groups 43
• Returning to Work/Routine 48
• Journaling 49
• Books and Memorials 51
• Counseling 52
• Laughter 53

Chapter Eight-For Friends Who Help 55

• Resources 61
• Book 61
• Websites 66
• General Resources 67