
Resources
Before death/anticipating the loss
We at Shifra Centre believe being organised and prepared provides peace of mind for all parties involved knowing that all affairs are in order, thereby alleviating much stress and confusion during highly emotional times.
We are happy to help work with you to collate these forms/documents – please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would like to suggest you have a hard copy and/or electronic file of all these items, listed below. (Click to download form)
Birth and marriage certificates
Citizenship certificate
Utilities - maintenance schedules and contractor information
Funeral plan including details of burial plot and any special requirements
Personal letters or messages (consider voice/video recordings)

If there’s one important piece of writing that conveys what a person facing death might want of you - this poignant piece covers it … take a read when you are at the stage of wanting to better understand the needs of the dying.
Needs of the Dying
After death/grieving the loss
A step-by step guide to help you cover all the administrative tasks. Please reach out to the Shifra Centre if you need more help, or if you want one of our case managers to sit with you and walk you through it.