Bereavement entitlements for death of elderly parent and surviving spouse

Masala

Any help on the following very much appreciated. Elderly man passes away age 90 leaving spouse age 85 living alone in home house. Both were getting State pension of €233 a week

What entitlements are there still out there for

1. Funeral expenses ( is there still a Funeral grant)
2. Is there a credit union bereavement fund (deceased member for 30 years)
3. Is spouse entitled to Widows pension?....
4. I believe thee deceased State pension will be paid for extra 6 weeks
5. Would there be any other help afforded spouse now that she alone in home??

(I am trying to assist a relative to ensure that they do not miss out on any entitlements.... )

mp22

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/social_welfare/social_welfare_payments/death_related_benefits/

MarkR

http://www.creditunion.ie/whatweoffer/insurance/deathbenefits/

Masala

Many thanks for the above... widows pension seems to be €188

Can a window get this AND the State old age pension if €233... €421 a week???

She has No other income or assets

mp22

You cannot get a Widow's, Widower's or Surviving Civil Partner's Contributory Pension at the same time as a State Pension (Contributory). If you are entitled to both payments you will be paid whichever is the higher amount. If you wish to receive the lower amount, you should contact the Department of Social Protection (see 'Where to apply' below).

From here http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/social_welfare/social_welfare_payments/death_related_benefits/widows_contrib_pension.html