Registering a Death
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How to registerFuneral Help and Advice
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What is direct cremation?
Direct cremation is the simplest funeral option, where the cremation takes place completely separately from the personal farewell. Many families hold a memorial or celebration of life service at a later date, and with a direct cremation you’re able to arrange a much more personalised service without the time and cost-pressure of a traditional funeral.
About Direct Cremation
Whether you need our services now, or you’re planning for the future, Pure Cremation is here when you need us the most.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
We have put together our most frequently asked questions so that you can easily find what you are looking for.
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About our Service
Our Simple Process
We want to keep our process as simple as possible to ensure that arranging your loved one's funeral isn't more stressful than it needs to be. Our specialised care team can help you every step of the way, whether it is filling out paperwork or guidance on DWP or Social Fund.
5 Simple Steps:
- Whether you contact us via our website or call our dedicated team, we are available 24/7 to make arrangements
- Our caring team can help you with any paperwork
- We liaise with GPs to ensure the relevant forms are completed
- Once everything is complete, we can arrange for the cremation to happen. Let us know if you would like to be informed on this date
- We aim to hand deliver the ashes within 21 days of the cremation, or we can scatter the ashes at our Garden of Remembrance
Arranging with us means you can choose how to say goodbye to your loved one. Tap here to inspire you on a truly personal farewell.
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Celebration of Life
Saying Goodbye
Choosing an unattended direct cremation gives you the freedom to say goodbye to your loved one in a truly personal way and at a time and place that suits everyone.
You'll find inspiration for personal farewells by clicking the button below.
Bereavement Help
Useful advice for the bereaved
Death and Social Media
We offer advice on what to do with social media accounts and how to talk about death online.
Learn what to doDealing with Grief
People react to grief in different ways, so every person will deal with a loss differently.
Find out howHelp with Funeral Costs
If you are on qualifying benefits you may be able to get a Funeral Expenses Payment (known in Scotland as Funeral Expenses Assistance) from the DWP (Department of Work and Pensions). Please be aware that other factors may affect your ability to make a successful claim.
In England and Wales - The maximum award will cover the cremation fees + any doctors’ fees + £700 towards the funeral provider’s costs.
A similar amount is available in Scotland but more people qualify and the £700 towards funeral costs will be uplifted slightly each year from 2019.
We recommend you make your application by telephone as soon as possible on 0800 731 0469.
If you are eligible for help Pure Cremation will immediately provide the provisional date plus a full and final invoice that the DWP will need to begin processing your claim. Please note that, in order to protect you from incurring costs, we will not be able to begin looking after someone that has died in hospital until the DWP has confirmed that an award will actually be made, which could take up to 6 weeks. We may be able to move forward more quickly if you or a representative can provide a deposit. Naturally, this would be partially or fully refunded if you receive an award from the DWP. Our friendly team will be happy to discuss your situation in complete confidence.
My Living Will
A Living Will ensures that even if you lose the ability to make your own decisions, you will maintain control of your life. If you're thinking about a funeral plan or Record of Wishes then you should also consider a Living Will as a guide for family, carers and health professionals in the event that you can't make decisions for yourself.
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How can we help?
Pure Cremation provides a simple direct cremation service that can be arranged online or by telephone. You can organise this now for someone who has already passed away or plan ahead for the future with one of our prepaid plans.
Prepaid funeral plans
Plan for the future for complete peace of mind and lock in today's price. See which of our fully-guaranteed plans and payment options fits your budget and relax, knowing that the Pure Promise ensures that your family will not have to pay anymore.
Funeral PlansArrange a funeral today
Our straightforward all-inclusive service has everything you need to arrange a direct cremation for someone that has already passed away. For advice, guidance, and urgent support, you can contact us 24/7.
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Additional Links and Support Services
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Cruse Bereavement CareWebsite address: www.cruse.org.uk |
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Veterans UK HelplineEmail: veterans-uk@mod.uk |
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Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideTelephone: 0300 111 5065 Lines are open 0900-2100 every day |
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Age UKTelephone: 0800 678 1602 |
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Independent AgeTelephone: 0800 319 6789 |
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Campaign to End LonelinessWebsite: www.campaigntoendloneliness.org |
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The SamaritansTelephone: 116 123 |
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Money Advice ServiceTelephone: 0800 138 7777 |
Civil Legal AdviceWebsite: www.gov.uk/civil-legal-advice |
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Death Notification ServiceTelephone: 0330 045 0213 |
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