Financial Support
Financial Advice & Support – Coventry Direct Cremations
Guiding you through the financial side of bereavement
Managing finances after a bereavement can be difficult, especially when you're coping with grief. Below is a helpful overview of financial assistance and services available to families in Coventry and the surrounding areas.

1. Bereavement Support Payment
This government benefit offers a one-off lump sum and monthly payments to those who have lost a spouse or civil partner.
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Eligibility: You must be under State Pension age and your partner must have made National Insurance contributions. The deceased needs to have paid National Insurance for at least 26 Weeks not the applicant.
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How to apply:
Call 0800 731 0469
Apply online at gov.uk/bereavement-support-payment
2. Funeral Expenses Payment
If you’re on a low income or receive benefits, this payment can help cover funeral-related costs such as cremation fees, travel, and death certificates.
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Eligibility: You must be responsible for funeral costs and receive qualifying benefits (e.g., Universal Credit, Income Support).
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How to apply:
Call 0800 731 0469
Apply online at gov.uk/funeral-payments
3. Pension Credit Bereavement Support
If you or your partner were receiving Pension Credit, you may be eligible for a bereavement payment or ongoing financial help.
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Eligibility: You must be responsible for funeral costs and receive qualifying benefits (e.g., Universal Credit, Income Support).
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How to apply:
Pension Service Helpline: 0800 731 0469
More info: gov.uk/pension-credit
4. Charities Offering Support
Several UK charities provide financial guidance, grants, and emotional support during bereavement

5. Coventry City Council Support
Your local authority may offer emergency grants or funeral cost assistance.
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Find more at: coventry.gov.uk
6. Citizens Advice Coventry
Offers free, confidential guidance on financial, legal, and housing matters.
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Find your local branch: coventrycitizensadvice.org.uk
7. National Bereavement Service
Provides free and impartial advice on everything from wills and probate to emotional support.
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0800 0246 121 | thenbs.org


You’re Not Alone
Support is available to help you navigate the financial side of loss. Whether you need urgent help with funeral expenses or longer-term advice, don’t hesitate to reach out to any of the trusted services listed above.