First Steps

First Week After Death: Complete Checklist

First Week Priorities

The first week after someone dies can be overwhelming. This checklist breaks down essential tasks by day to help you manage everything step by step. For immediate priorities, see our first day emergency checklist, or read our complete guide to what to do when someone dies.

Day-by-Day Checklist

Day 1-2

Day 3-4

Day 5-7

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Remember

  • • Take breaks when you need them
  • • Ask family and friends for help
  • • Some tasks can wait if you're not ready
  • • Keep copies of all important documents

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