Financial help if someone dies
If a loved one has died, you might be able to get help with the cost of the funeral, burial or cremation. In some circumstances, you might be entitled to help with living expenses or childcare.
Help with funeral and burial costs
You might be able to get money to help with the cost of a funeral if you’re:
- the partner, child, parent or guardian of the person who died, or
- arranging the funeral of someone with no close family.
ACC can also help with the cost of the burial or cremation of someone who’s died after an accident.
Funeral grant — death caused by accident
Help with living expenses
If the death of a loved one makes it hard for you to meet your living costs, Work and Income might be able to help.
Who to contact for more help
If you need more help or have questions about the information or services on this page, contact one of the following agencies.
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Accident Compensation Corporation
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Work and Income
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