Parent recently passed. Seeking advise please
Hi everyone.
My mother recently passed away on Sat. She had cancer and unfortunately i knew that she wasn't going to make it through. It was her time..
I am an only child and trying my best to inform DWP etc of the news(she had a state pension and housing benifit).
My mum left no will sadly. I have not been assigned executor etc.
I am on Contributions Based ESA (i have MS) and on no means tested benifits at all.
I was thinking though - am I allowed to do things for her? Do I need to inform ESA about this this for myself? My mum didn't have much money (truthfully me too) but I didn't want to upset anything I have, if u know what I mean? I never wanted any executor titles. I know mum didn't leave much (apart from being an amazing mum!).
Do I need to inform anyone for myself?
Many thanks
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I'm sorry for your very sad loss. Do you have support for yourself from other family members, or friends?
There is a useful guide here:
Not all of it will apply to your situation.
Also here:
You are allowed to become Administrator of her estate (executor is for when there is a will).
It sounds like a simple estate (no need for probate) so while there is usually is a lot of work, it shouldn't be complex work.
If you are not on means tested benefits then I don't see there is anyone you need to inform on your behalf.
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thank u so much everyone. My mum had no property (rented. I contacted her land lord). She only had state pension and housing benifit and state pension. I called dwp and informed them.
I allowed to do this on my benifits?
I am an only child
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Hey @kiki7976 I just wanted to stop in and give you my condolences, please let us know if you need any support.
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