A Compassionate Guide for Families Navigating a Loss

A Compassionate Guide For Families Navigating a Loss

Here to Help When You Need It Most: T.A.C.T. DC Metro

After a traumatic event, you shouldn’t have to face the burden of cleaning and restoring the space to safe conditions.

Taking the Next Steps After Tragedy

Avoid Disturbing the scene

Even after the police or first responders leave, it’s important not to touch or move anything in the affected area. There may be safety hazards present.

Plan funeral arrangements

Consult a police chaplain, Google, or selectedfuneralhomes.org to explore options in Northern Virginia, DC, or Maryland.

Contact professional cleanup services

T.A.C.T. DC Metro specializes in compassionate and discreet biohazard cleanup services.

Key Resources to Help You

Grief counselors & support groups

• AARP Grief & Loss Forum
• Capital Caring Health Grief Support
• CaringMatters
• The Compassionate Friends – Potomac, MD Chapter
• GMU Center for Community Mental Health
• GriefShare
• Haven of Northern Virginia
• The Holy Cross Bereavement Center
• InSight Memory Care Center Bereavement Support Group
• Jewish Social Service Agency
• Surviving Our Ultimate Loss

Financial Assistance for Victims

Victim assistance programs may cover costs for funeral services, counseling, and crime scene cleanup. Learn more:

• Virginia Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund

• DC Crime Victims Compensation Program

• Maryland Criminal Injuries Compensation Board

Compassionate Cleanup Services you Can Trust

At T.A.C.T. DC Metro, we provide:

• Professional biohazard and trauma cleanup services.
  

• Discreet, compassionate care to help you through this difficult time.
  
  
• We work through your homeowner’s insurance to limit your financial burden.