At home — unexpected
You're in the at-home, unexpected scenario.
Call 911 first if you haven't. Then come back — we'll walk through the rest with you.
Whatever's happening right now, you're not in trouble. Police involvement is procedural in unexpected deaths. Once they've gone, come back.
Step 1 of 3
Call 911 right now if you haven't.
A medical professional has to legally pronounce the death. This is required. Police and possibly a coroner will come — that is normal in any unexpected death and does not mean anything is wrong.
When you’re ready, the next step is comparing funeral homes. There’s no rush.
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