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All residents in Abu Dhabi will now be able to get full support when a family member dies in the emirate, it was announced on Thursday. All fees involved in death-related transactions — from the issuance of a certificate to embalming and repatriation of remains — will be fully covered under the initiative.
Simplifying death-related procedures for families, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has expanded its Sanadkom initiative to include all residents in the emirate. Previously, it was available only to UAE nationals.
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Sanadkom provides all necessary assistance to families when a loved one dies: From obtaining a death certificate to arranging the burial, and if needed, preparing the deceased for travel.
During such a difficult time, residents won't have to worry about costs.
The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma'an will bear all fees related to issuing the death certificate, ambulance transportation, embalming, and repatriating the deceased.
The initiative aims to simplify and facilitate procedures for the deceased’s family. Here's what to expect:
Sanadkom's centralised platform connects seven government entities, easing the entire process. These include the DoH; the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC); the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD); Abu Dhabi Pension Fund (ADPF); the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (Seha); the Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) and Al Ain Distribution Company (AADC).
Hind Al Zaabi, Executive Director of the Customer Experience and Relation Sector at DoH, said: "Under the directives of our wise leadership, the department remains committed to enhancing and ensuring the delivery of exceptional and unique services to all members of the community.
"Recognising the emotional toll of losing a loved one, the Sanadkom initiative provides compassionate support, guiding bereaved families through any required procedures," said Hind Al Zaabi, executive director of the Customer Experience and Relation Sector at DoH.
"As we embark on this new phase of extending the initiative’s benefits to all residents of the emirate, DoH remains steadfast in our commitment to expanding Sanadkom’s services and offerings, with a unified goal of effectively supporting the entire Abu Dhabi community."
Since its launch in January 2024, the Sanadkom initiative has successfully assisted the families of deceased citizens in completing the necessary procedures and transactions.
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