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Do you know the legal procedure to follow if someone dies at home? Are you aware of the practical issues surrounding this type of situation? When facing a terminal illness, some people are more comfortable dying at home surrounded by their loved ones.

A long-term illness that results in the loss of a loved one or an older person nearing the end of their life is stressful for the entire family. Have you taken time to learn what to expect when someone dies in the comfort of their own home?

If you want to know more about when someone dies at home, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about the legal and practical issues involved.

Some elderly or terminally ill people plan to die at home. This interview gives you an idea of what to expect and how to honor your loved ones’ final wishes in according to Vancouver laws.

Dying at Home in British Columbia

The episode starts out with Valerie explaining some of the reasons why someone might choose to die at home in the Greater Vancouver area.

Next Valerie shares what she advises to people who call upon Martin Brothers with questions about this end of life situation.

Valerie goes on to explain what a family needs to discuss with their loved one’s primary care physician to prepare for a death that takes place at home.

If you know what to expect and how to prepare for when someone dies at home, then it can allow your family and friends to focus on spending what time is left with your loved one.

What to Do When Someone Dies at Home

Then Valerie goes on to discuss what happens when someone actually dies at home. She also provides answers to questions such as:

- How soon after someone dies do I need to call Martin Brothers?
- Does the funeral chapel offer any at-home services for this?
- Can I keep my loved one lost at home so family has time to gather?
- What is a home death protocol and why does my family need one?

Now ask yourself these two questions: Do I or a loved one want to do at home? Do I have questions about this type of situation? If you answered “Yes” to either or both questions, then use the comments section below to ask Martin Brothers for advice.

What Happens after Martin Brothers Arrives

Next Valerie explains the next step in the process, which is what happens after Martin Brothers arrives when someone dies in the home.

During the podcast Valerie offers information about options available for grieving families. For example, you do not have to wait until the person takes their last breath to call Martin Brothers.

The funeral chapel offers services that begin as early as pre-planning your final wishes and go on to support grieving family members long after the end of a funeral or memorial service.

Valerie wraps up the episode by sharing some final thoughts about preparing for a loved one’s choice to die at home.

Do You Need Advice for a Loved One’s Passing at Home?

Has an elderly or terminally ill person you care about expressed an interest in dying at home? Do you have questions about how to present the idea to your family about dying at home when the time comes?

When you finish listening to the podcast, please share your feedback and questions below and then forward the podcast to someone who might benefit from the information. We look forward to discussing the topic with you.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1

Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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