Resources to Help You Get Started

Sometimes the best place to begin is simply understanding what information may be important, where it can be found, and who may need it when the unexpected happens.

These eight resources are designed to complement Preparing for End of Life and provide additional guidance, practical information, and things to consider as you begin preparing.

Five Major Contacts
Identifies five important personal and professional contacts that may be needed when the time comes.

Have You Made These Important Plans?
Highlights several important planning matters that are easy to postpone but may become important to you and your family later.

How to Access Your Important Information

Explores how important information can be accessed when needed.

What Happens to Items Setup on Recurring Payment
Explains what to consider about bills, subscriptions, and other payments that continue automatically when circumstances change.

Who Would Your Family Call First?
Helps you think about who your family might contact when circumstances change.

When Something Happens — What Should I Think About First?
An infographic providing a quick visual reference when the unexpected occurs.

Where Does Your Important Information Live?
An infographic showing the different places important information may be stored and who can find it when needed.

Consider This
A reference sheet offering practical points to consider about your information, responsibilities, accounts, contacts, and what others may need to know.

These resources are not intended to replace the more detailed information in the book. They are designed to help you think about your circumstances and provide a practical place to begin.