Help and Advice

Navigating the complexities of funeral arrangements can be overwhelming. To assist you, we've compiled a list of important contact numbers and resources.

• Walsall: 0300 555 2847
• Wolverhampton: 01902 551234
• Sandwell: 0121 569 2880/2480
• Dudley: 0300 555 2345
• Birmingham: 0121 675 1004

• Black Country Coroners Office:
  • Covering Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell & Dudley: 0845 352 7490
• Birmingham & Solihull: 0121 303 4346

• Manor Hospital: 01922 656837
• New Cross Hospital: 01902 695091
• Queen Elizabeth Hospital: 0121 672 2000
• Sandwell General Hospital: 0121 553 1831
• Russells Hall Hospital: 01384 456111

• Walsall: 01922 700600
• Wolverhampton: 01902 572204
• Sandwell: 03444 111 444
• Dudley: 01384 816222
• Birmingham: 0121 683 6900

• Department of Work & Pensions: 0345 606 0265
• Cruse: 01384 635599

• Streetly: Little Hardwick Road, Walsall, WS9 0SG
• Sandwell Valley: Newton Road, West Bromwich, B71 3SX
• Birmingham (Perry Barr): 389 Walsall Road, Birmingham, B42 2LR
• Sutton Coldfield: Tamworth Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 6LG
• Fradley: Fradley Lane, Fradley, Lichfield, WS13 8GA
• Robin Hood: Streetsbrook Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3NL

If you're in the process of arranging a funeral, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the DWP. Should you meet the criteria, we can provide you with an application form (SF200), outlining eligibility and guidelines. Please note that the final decision on any funding is at the discretion of the DWP. For further information, we recommend contacting the DWP directly.