Unfortunately, there are times when a patient’s condition is so severe that the life- intensive care y measures taken are not enough to keep the patient alive. In this section, you will find useful information to help you cope with the moment of death and the period following it.

The end of life is a difficult time, but it is also an important and precious moment for loved ones. It is a time that allows you to say goodbye to your loved one and share those final moments in a somewhat peaceful setting. To learn more, visit the dedicated page: End of Life.

Organ donation in France is regulated and permitted in certain very specific situations. For more information, please follow this link: Organ Donation.

A page is dedicated to the key steps involved in the care of the deceased’s body, from the time you can gather around them in their room at the “ intensive care ” to their transfer to the mortuary. For more details, see: Steps After Death.

The“Administrative Procedures” page brings together all the information you need to handle the administrative aspects following a death, from the steps to take in the first few hours after the death to those that come later. You’ll also find information about your rights regarding financial assistance and time off, as well as online resources to help you understand everything and ensure you don’t overlook anything: Administrative Procedures.

The“Grief Support” page offers some resources to help you cope with grief and support your loved ones who are grieving. To learn more, visit: Grief Support.