Was Your Loved One An Organ Donor?
If your loved one is eligible for organ or tissue donation, the will be contacted by the local donation agency. If your loved one is a registered donor and is eligible for donation, then their decision will be honored.
If they are not registered and is suitable for donation, the next-of-kin will be asked to make the decision.
Hospitals are required to report all deaths to their local donation agency. If your loved one passed away in a hospital, the staff will assist you in coordinating any donation efforts. However, if the passing occurred outside of a hospital, donation opportunities may be limited.
If they are not registered and is suitable for donation, the next-of-kin will be asked to make the decision.
Unsure of your loved one's intentions? We suggest checking your loved one's driver's license and discussing with family members.
Hospitals are required to report all deaths to their local donation agency. If your loved one passed away in a hospital, the staff will assist you in coordinating any donation efforts. However, if the passing occurred outside of a hospital, donation opportunities may be limited.