Losing a Loved One Guide

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The death of someone you love and care about can be a challenging, confusing, lonely, and painful experience. Few people are truly aware of the complexities and costs involved in making final arrangements. WAEPA’s Losing a Loved One Guide contains practical information to help get you through difficult days and tough decisions while supporting you and your family during this stressful time.

What You’ll Find in This Guide

What Happens After Someone Dies and Organ Donation
Steps to take Immediately, Before, and After the Funeral
Losing a Loved One Checklist
Planning a Funeral
Life After Loss
Coping with Loss, Grief, and Bereavement

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Group Term Life Insurance

Up to $1.5 million in temporary protection for current and former Feds. Fully portable, this coverage goes where you go.

QuickDecision Group Term Life Insurance

With QuickDecision underwriting, eligible applicants can apply online and receive a coverage decision in 30 minutes or less.

Group Short-Term Disability Insurance

Up to $6,500 in monthly paycheck protection for up to six months if you’re unable to work due to a covered illness or injury.

Guaranteed Issue Group Term Life Insurance

New Federal employees can receive up to $100,000 in guaranteed coverage when they apply within their first year without medical exams.

Chronic Illness Rider

A living benefit that can be added to a Group Term Life Insurance policy and offers support if you become permanently chronically ill.

Automatic Benefit Increase Rider

An optional add-on to Group Term Life Insurance that gradually increases your coverage to stay aligned with your changing needs.

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