Death
Can my loved one stay at home?
Yes. In many circumstances, your loved one can remain at home after death.
Rest supports families who want to spend more time with their person before burial or cremation. That might mean keeping someone at home for a while, sitting with them, inviting family and friends in, or taking part in washing and dressing them.
Where cooling is needed, equipment such as a cooling plate can help keep the person at an appropriate temperature while family have that time together. If the death is being investigated by the coroner, there are additional steps and permissions involved, but that does not necessarily mean a family cannot later bring their loved one home.
There is no single right way to say goodbye. For some families, having time at home is an important part of their goodbye.
Rest can help you understand what is possible in your circumstances and what needs to happen next.
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What happens when someone dies at home?
If someone dies at home, what happens next depends on the circumstances of the death.
If the death was expected, there are established steps for confirming the death and arranging for the person to be cared for and transferred when the family is ready.
If the death was unexpected or the cause is unknown, the process can be different and may involve the police or the Coroner.
You don’t need to work all of this out yourself. We can help you understand what needs to happen and what your choices are.
For a more detailed explanation, see What happens when someone dies in Queensland.
If you’re wondering whether your loved one can remain at home for a while, see Can my loved one stay at home.
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What happens if someone dies at home in my area?
What happens next depends on the circumstances of the death.
If the death was expected, there are usually established processes involving the person’s doctor or another appropriate health professional.
If the death was unexpected, the circumstances may require involvement from the Queensland Coroner.
We can guide you through the process and explain what needs to happen next.
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