When a client dies, it is important to have a plan for what to do with the body. If the client has family, the family will typically make the arrangements for the funeral and burial. However, what happens if the client does not have family?

In this case, the body will be considered a “deceased client”. There are a number of things that can be done with a deceased client. The body can be donated to medical science, it can be buried or cremated, or it can be stored until the maximum date allowed by law.

Donating a Deceased Client to Medical Science

One option for a deceased client is to donate the body to medical science. This means that the body will be used for educational or research purposes. Donating a body to medical science can help to advance medical knowledge and help to save lives.

There are a number of organizations that accept donations of bodies to medical science. These organizations include medical schools, research institutions, and forensic science laboratories. To donate a body to medical science, the family or legal representative of the deceased client must contact the organization and make arrangements.

There are no costs associated with donating a body to medical science. The organization that receives the body will cover all of the costs associated with transportation, storage, and preparation of the body for research or education.

Burial or Cremation

If the deceased client does not want to donate their body to medical science, the body can be buried or cremated. Burial is the process of placing the body in a grave in the ground. Cremation is the process of burning the body and reducing it to ashes.

The decision of whether to bury or cremate a body is a personal one. There are no right or wrong answers. Some people choose to bury their loved ones because they believe that it is the traditional way to honor the dead. Others choose to cremate their loved ones because it is a more environmentally friendly option.

The cost of burying or cremating a body will vary depending on the location and the specific arrangements that are made. Burial is typically more expensive than cremation.

Storage

If the deceased client does not have family to claim the body, the body may be stored until the maximum date allowed by law. This period of time varies from state to state. In some states, the body can be stored for up to 120 days. In other states, the body can only be stored for up to 30 days.

The cost of storing a body will vary depending on the location and the specific arrangements that are made. Storage is typically less expensive than burial or cremation.

Conclusion

There are a number of options available for what to do with a deceased client. The best option will vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. If the client has family, the family will typically make the arrangements for the funeral and burial. However, if the client does not have family, the body will be considered a “deceased client” and the decision of what to do with the body will be up to the organization that has custody of the body.