Useful Numbers
Useful Numbers & Contacts for Families in Grief
During difficult times, it can be overwhelming to manage the practical aspects of bereavement. Below are helpful contacts for the various services you may need, including coroners, registrars, hospitals, financial support, and grief counselling.
Coroners
If the death was sudden, unexplained, or if the deceased was not under medical care, the coroner may need to investigate the cause of death.
Cumbria Coroner’s Office
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Tel: 0300 303 3593
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Email: coroners@cumbria.gov.uk
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Website: www.cumbria.gov.uk
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Address: Cumbria Coroner's Office Cumbria House, 107-111 Botchergate, Carlisle, CA1 1RD
Registrars
To register the death, you must visit your local registrar’s office. You must register the death within 5 days
Barrow-in-Furness Register Office
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Tel: 01229 404177
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Email: barrow.registers@cumbria.gov.uk
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Website:www.cumbria.gov.uk
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Address: Barrow-in-Furness Register Office, Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 2LD
Ulverston Register Office
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Tel: 01229 404177
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Email: ulverston.registers@cumbria.gov.uk
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Website: www.cumbria.gov.uk
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Address: Ulverston Register Office, The Coro, Ulverston, LA12 7LZ
Kendal Register Office
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Tel:01539 713681
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Email: kendal.registers@cumbria.gov.uk
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Website: www.cumbria.gov.uk
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Address: Kendal Register Office, 6 Finkle Street, Kendal, LA9 4AB
Hospitals
Contact the hospital where your loved one was receiving care or passed away.
Furness General Hospital
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Tel: 01229 870870
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Website: https://www.nhs.uk/
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Address: Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 4LF
Westmorland General Hospital
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Tel: 01539 732288
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Website: https://www.nhs.uk/
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Address: Westmorland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Financial Support
There are various sources of financial support available after the loss of a loved one. Below are some helpful services:
Bereavement Support Payment
Funeral Expenses Payment
Grief Counselling & Support
Grief is a personal journey, and it’s important to seek support when needed. Here are some organisations that can offer emotional support:
Cruse Bereavement Support
Winston's Wish
Support for children and young people
Grief Encounter
Support for children and families
Contact Saunders & Chorley Funeral Directors.
If you need further assistance or have questions, please feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help during this challenging time with care and support.