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time-consuming , and I didn ’ t have to think about it . They took care of everything for me ,” Liz says .
A portion of Darrin ’ s life insurance payout was used to cover funeral expenses . Some was put into Jack ’ s education fund . And as Darrin didn ’ t have a will , there were also lawyer ’ s fees and court fees to take care of . The insurance helped with “ all of the costs that tend to creep up ,” Liz says .
In addition to the payout from Darrin ’ s policy , Liz was also able

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1.888.486.0177 connecthearing . ca / caa to access bereavement counseling , which is reimbursed by Manulife for the named beneficiary up to $ 1,000 total per policy . Though Jack , as a minor , was not a named beneficiary , Manulife also helped cover the cost of a psychologist for him , as his young age prevented him from accessing bereavement counseling in their area .
Liz is grateful for Darrin ’ s life insurance policy . It eased the potential financial burdens she could have faced as a result of her husband ’ s passing .
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“ As much stress and shock and horror as you ’ re going through , at least I didn ’ t have to worry about paying for all those things that were needed all at once ,” she says . “ I can ’ t imagine having that stress on top of everything else .”
Her experience has strengthened Liz ’ s firm belief that life insurance is essential for everyone of every age — but especially young families . “ I was pro life insurance before , without any experience or knowing anybody in my age group that had benefitted from it , but now I always suggest it ,” she says .
“ I tell people , make sure you have a will and get life insurance . Because those two things make your spouse or your partner ’ s life much easier if something does happen .”

If You Need Help

What are your options to take care of your family if something unexpected happens ? AMA ’ s Life Insurance Advisors are available to help find the right fit for you .
Our advisors will meet you at your home or office , or at one of our centres at a time that ’ s convenient for you ( including evenings and weekends ).
They ’ ll explain different types of insurance options and help you assess what level of coverage you may need to protect your loved ones . They ’ ll also help you understand the wide array of products available to find one that fits your family and budget .
To speak to an AMA Life Insurance Advisor : AMAInsurance . ca / LifeAdvisor or call 1-844-255-6556 to arrange a meeting
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