evidence: If you or your family are unable to cover the essential costs of funeral arrangements for the deceased, you can make an application for an Additional Needs Payment from the Community Welfare Service. [...] You and your family's ability to meet the funeral costs will be assessed by your local Community Welfare Service office, who will decide on your application based on your circumstances. This assessment will include any savings and insurance policies that the deceased person may have had to cover their own funeral costs. Support will only be provided towards the requirements for a dignified funeral. You should consult with a funeral director before making any financial commitment on funeral arrangement costs. Exceptionally expensive and unnecessary additions to the funeral will not be considered under this assistance.