condolences to neighbours

Send a card. Some people cross the street when they see the bereaved as they don't know what to say this is the worse thing anyone can do, if this happens just offer you condolences and help if you want to.

One of my near neighbours lost his wife this time last year. I sent a condolence card and offered my verbal condolences when I next saw him. That's all that's required I think.

It's nice that you have sent a condolence card, and do make sure to mention the loss to other neighbours too, they may have been close and due to Covid could be a little out of touch.

However, do be mindful on offering practical help; my OH and I have been well and truly taken for granted in a similar situation!

I think the card was a nice thing to do, and, as others have said, nice to offer condolences in person when you meet.
I think women are usually less in need of practical help, but maybe handing in a cake or something later on would be appreciated.

When my husband died fifteen years ago, our g.p at the time very kindly posted a sympathy card saying how much he admired my husband.
I was very touched that he took the time to do that.
I still have the card today.

Doubt very much If we would get the same response now.

Put a card through the door .

One other thing I have started to do lately, when there has been a bereavement or other disaster in a person's life is as part of the next time I chat to them I just ask "are you coping ok?" Just in case it's the person's first opportunity to tell someone they're not! If nothing else some encouragement to seek help can then be offered.

A card with a little note inside with your phone number, offering help if they need it.

BusterTank

Put a card through the door .

Markoni has already put a card through the door.