The first few days after a death can feel blurry. It’s okay to move slowly and
ask for help. You do not have to do all of this at once.

• Identify one trusted person who can help you keep track of calls, messages, and decisions.
• If you wish, contact a funeral home to begin discussing options and next steps.
• Write down questions as they come up so you don’t have to hold everything in your head.
• Allow yourself to say “I’m not ready to decide that yet” when possible.

Over time, this section can include links to local partners (funeral homes, support organizations, etc.).

You may be asked for certain documents many times in the coming weeks. It can help to keep
a small folder—physical or digital—where everything lives together.

• Death certificates (ask your funeral home or county office how many are recommended).
• Photo ID and Social Security number of the person who died.
• Insurance policies (life, health, auto, home) and policy numbers.
• Bank, mortgage, and loan information.
• Employer contact information (for the person who died, and for you if you need time off).

Over time, this section can link to printable checklists or local county pages explaining how to
obtain death certificates in Utah.

It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed by bills, accounts, and paperwork. Not everything has
to be handled immediately.

• Make a list of regular bills (rent/mortgage, utilities, phone, etc.) and note any automatic payments.
• Contact banks or credit unions to let them know about the death and ask about their process.
• Review any life insurance policies or retirement accounts for possible benefits.
• Talk with a trusted advisor, attorney, or nonprofit resource if you’re unsure about legal steps.
• Consider asking a trusted person to help you open mail and sort what needs urgent attention.

In the future, this section can include links to legal aid, financial counseling, and Utah-specific
resources for survivors.

Grief after suicide can bring shock, anger, guilt, confusion, and deep love—all at once. There is
no wrong way to grieve, and you deserve support that honors your experience.

• Individual counseling with someone experienced in grief and trauma.
• Support groups for survivors of suicide loss (local and online options).
• Faith or spiritual communities, if that is part of your life.
• Trusted friends or family members who can listen without judgment.
• Local nonprofits and organizations focused on suicide prevention and postvention.

As this project grows, we’ll add more specific links to Utah County–based counselors, groups, and
survivor-of-suicide-loss resources.

Brady’s Keep On Project is not an emergency or crisis response program, and we may not be able to
respond immediately. If you are worried about your own safety or someone else’s, please reach out
for help right away:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org.
• Emergency services (911) – If someone is in immediate danger, please call 911.
• Local crisis lines or mobile crisis teams in your area, if available.

Reaching out for urgent help does not mean you’re weak. It means you’re carrying something very heavy
and deserve support.