After Loss
A calm, step-by-step guide
A helpful guide to help you navigate the steps after losing your significant other — legal, financial, practical, and emotional. One step at a time, at your own pace.
We built this for the people we love
After Loss was built to help our loved ones navigate the difficult, overwhelming times when we lose the ones closest and dearest to us. In those first hard days, it can be tough to even know what to do first — and that is exactly why we are here, to do our best to lead you in the right direction, one helpful step at a time.
Please keep in mind that your state and county laws may differ from the general steps here. For decisions about your estate, taxes, or benefits, speak with a qualified local professional.
If you are struggling or having thoughts of suicide
You do not have to face this alone. Compassionate, confidential support is available 24/7, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
In immediate danger? Call your local emergency number (911 in the US).
How would you like to be guided?
There is no right way to grieve. Whatever you are feeling is allowed here.
Tell your guide a little
This helps tailor the guidance. The relationship and time-since-loss fields are required; share the rest only if you are comfortable.
Used to send helpful reminders about upcoming financial deadlines.
A few quick questions
RequiredThese help us show only the steps that apply to your situation — and hide the ones that don't. Please answer all four to begin.
When you are ready, we will walk through it together — one helpful step at a time.
You are not alone on this path. We are walking beside you, one step at a time.
Every situation is different and may call for different actions. For anything legal, it is always best to consult a lawyer. After Loss is a general guidance guide. It is not legal, financial, medical, or psychological advice, and it is not a crisis service. For emotional or mental health support, please consult a licensed counselor, therapist, or other qualified professional. If you are in immediate danger or having thoughts of self-harm, call or text 988 (US) or your local emergency number right now.
