Expected Death at LOROS Hospice in Leicester

What to do when someone dies at LOROS Hospice

If your loved one has died at LOROS Hospice in Leicester and their death was expected, the hospice team will usually guide you through the first steps with care and compassion.

Bay Tree Funeral Directors is here to support your family when you are ready. From our funeral home in Blaby, Leicester, we can offer guidance, answer your questions and arrange for your loved one to be brought into our care once the necessary hospice paperwork has been completed.

For immediate help, advice or to book an appointment, please call Bay Tree Funeral Directors on 0116 278 8868. We are available 24 hours a day.

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1. Speak with the LOROS Hospice team

When someone dies at LOROS Hospice, the hospice staff will usually explain what happens next. They may talk you through the immediate steps, advise when paperwork is being arranged and answer any questions you may have at the time.

You do not need to feel rushed. The hospice team will support you, and Bay Tree Funeral Directors can also guide you if you are unsure what to do next.

2. Medical paperwork and confirmation of death

After an expected death at LOROS Hospice, the appropriate medical professionals will usually deal with the confirmation of death and the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death.

This certificate is needed before the death can be registered. If the death needs to be referred to the coroner for any reason, the hospice team will explain this to you. We can also support you while the necessary steps are completed.

3. Contact Bay Tree Funeral Directors

You can contact us at any stage for guidance, even if the hospice paperwork is not yet complete.

When the time is right, LOROS Hospice can contact Bay Tree Funeral Directors, or you can call us directly on 0116 278 8868. We will then liaise with the relevant team and arrange for your loved one to be brought into our care with dignity and respect.

Personal support from Samantha Ward

At Bay Tree Funeral Directors, you will have personal support from Samantha Ward and our family team. We understand how difficult these first steps can feel, especially after spending time with a loved one in hospice care.

We will listen carefully, explain everything clearly and help you make decisions at a pace that feels right for your family.

4. Bringing your loved one into our care

Once the hospice team confirms that your loved one can be released into our care, Bay Tree Funeral Directors can arrange the transfer from LOROS Hospice to our chapel of rest in Blaby, Leicester.

Our team will treat your loved one with dignity, respect and compassion at every stage. We will also explain how you can visit the chapel of rest if you would like to spend time with them before the funeral.

5. Registering the death

Once the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death has been issued, the death will need to be registered. This is usually done by a close relative or someone legally able to register the death.

The hospice team may guide you through this, and we can also advise you on the next steps and direct you to the correct registration service for Leicester or Leicestershire.

You may also find our registering a death guide helpful.

6. Respecting faith, culture and family wishes

LOROS Hospice supports patients and families across Leicestershire and Rutland, including people from many different backgrounds. At Bay Tree Funeral Directors, we also understand how important faith, culture and personal wishes can be when arranging a funeral.

Whether your family would like a religious, non-religious or personalised funeral service, we will listen carefully and help create a farewell that reflects your loved one’s life, beliefs and wishes.

7. Arranging the funeral

You do not have to make every funeral decision straight away. When you feel ready, we can arrange an appointment at our funeral home in Blaby, Leicester, or speak with you over the phone.

We will explain your options clearly, including cremation, burial, direct cremation, chapel of rest visits, floral tributes, newspaper notices and personal touches for the service.

To speak with us or book an appointment, please call 0116 278 8868.

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Visit Our Funeral Home in Blaby, Leicester

Many families find it helpful to sit down with a funeral director and talk things through in person. You are welcome to visit our funeral home in Blaby, where we can discuss the arrangements privately and calmly.

Why Families Choose Bay Tree Funeral Directors

• Local funeral home in Blaby, Leicester — families can visit us and speak to us face to face.
• Available 24 hours a day — we are here when families need urgent guidance.
• Personal support from Samantha Ward — you will be guided with care, dignity and understanding.
• Clear, honest guidance — we explain the next steps without pressure or confusion.
• Support for all faiths and cultures — we listen carefully to your family’s beliefs, wishes and traditions.
• Trusted by local families — Bay Tree Funeral Directors supports families across Leicester and Leicestershire.

Expected Death at LOROS Hospice FAQs

Who should I speak to first when someone dies at LOROS Hospice?

The hospice team will usually guide you through the immediate next steps. You can also call Bay Tree Funeral Directors on 0116 278 8868 if you would like funeral guidance or wish to discuss arrangements.

When can Bay Tree Funeral Directors bring my loved one into care?

We can bring your loved one into our care once the hospice team confirms that the necessary paperwork and release arrangements are complete.

Do I need to register the death?

Yes. Once the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death has been issued, the death will need to be registered. We can explain the process and direct you to the correct registration service.

Can I book an appointment before everything is registered?

Yes. You can speak with us before registration if you need guidance or would like to understand your options. Some arrangements may need to wait until paperwork is complete, but we can still support you from the beginning.

Can you support religious or cultural funeral wishes?

Yes. We support families from all backgrounds and will listen carefully to your religious, cultural and personal wishes when helping arrange the funeral.

Can we visit the chapel of rest?

Yes. Once your loved one is in our care, we can discuss chapel of rest visits and help arrange a time that feels right for your family.