Social Security Benefits

If you qualify for certain benefits, you may be able to get help with funeral costs from the DWP.
The qualifying benefits are Universal Credit, Income Support, Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance. Your award may depend on income and savings. 
Get help with funeral costs (Funeral Expenses Payment): How it works - GOV.UK

• This may mean up to £1,000 towards the funeral expenses
• The cost of the burial or cremation fees
• A claim must be made within 6 months of the funeral service
• This will depend on your relationship to deceased

For those whose spouse or civil partner died on or after 6 April 2017.
Bereavement Support Payment: How it works - GOV.UK

• Initial lump sum payment
• Monthly payments for up to 18 months
• Not means-tested
• Must claim within 3 months

• Widowed Parent's Allowance 
• War Widow(er) Pension 
• Child Benefit (guardian claims)
• Housing Benefit adjustments
• Council Tax reductions

We can provide guidance on available benefits and help you understand what you may be entitled to.

• Citizens Advice: 0800 144 8848
• DWP Bereavement Service: 0800 731 0469