Call local emergency services if the person may be in immediate danger or unresponsive
Check recent messages, calls, and social media activity for signs of life
Contact close family members, friends, roommates, or neighbors
Reach out to the person’s workplace, school, or organization
Check public obituary notices and local death announcements
Search online news sources and funeral home websites
Contact hospitals, nursing homes, or care facilities if appropriate
Contact the local coroner, medical examiner, or vital records office
Request a welfare check through law enforcement if you are concerned about their safety
Review public records if available in your area
If you are the next of kin or authorized contact, ask the person’s doctor or attorney
Look for a death certificate through the proper government office if you have legal permission