Would this be appropriate?

[Beauregard]

I start a new job on monday and i have just been told that the family i will be working with,the mom has just been suddenly bereaved(her father).Would it be ok to take flowers when i go the first day?

Depends who told you I suppose. If it came from one of your employers direct then possibly but if it was just on the grapevine probably not because she really might be wanting to keep that out of her working life if that makes sense. But if it came from them then they are kinda okaying you knowing about it.

It was the manager of the company who told me to warn me so to speak.

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no, I don't think it would be appropriate tbh. what is the job?

I will be caring for their son.
I just dont want to come across as insensitive to their present situation.

oh I see, well in that case I think a small gesture would be very appropriate.
I would also say that you were sorry for her loss.

I don't think it would be appropriate. You don't really know her at all at the moment and she would probably be very embarrassed.

I would probably just mention to her that you heard she has had some bad news and if there is anything at all you can do please don't hesitate to ask. Then allow her to change the subject quickly. She will be obviously very upset but will not want to show it in front of a new employee but will appreciate your offer and will also appreciate knowing that you are aware of what's happened.

no, not appropriate as you don't know her well.

Ok as it is 2 -1 i will just acknowledge their loss and offer my sympathy and support.

Thankyou