South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Bereavement Information 14 What to do first The death of a family member or friend can feel sudden no matter the circumstances. It is important that you and those around you take time to process the death. If you have any questions that you would like answered, please ask staff for assistance. Staff will continue to care for your family member or friend with respect and dignity after their death. If your family member or friend is in the hospital and you or other family and friends wish to see the deceased person to say goodbye, it is encouraged that you do so while they are still on the ward. Staff can facilitate further viewings in the hospital mortuary the following day. Unfortunately, however, we cannot facilitate viewings outside of business hours. If you wish to arrange a further viewing, please ask to speak to the social worker on the ward. Please let staff know if there are any cultural or spiritual practices that need to be observed while your loved one remains in our care. Our staff respect your cultural and spiritual traditions and will do our best to meet these needs. Please let us know how we can help. If you are in hospital, you can also ask to see the chaplain.
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