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has anyone bought one of those 'i'm dead now what' books?

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DecisionTime123 · 23/07/2026 15:08

single parent, in 60s ,to 2 young adult DDs no other family other than ex, their dad. I keep starting to write down instructions for the worst case scenario on bits of paper or in note books but I have quite limiting ADHD so I feel one of these books would focus my mind but are they all very American? I think the idea is that the book prompts you on what to include so if it's a non UK one i'd assume a lot would be irrelevant or confusing. any thoughts/recommendations?

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PeatandDieselfan · 07/08/2026 14:05

Curlygirl06 · 07/08/2026 13:13

My ex husband was a hoarder and kept every piece of paperwork. It made life difficult when he died, as the children didn't know what was or wasn't relevant. I still think they've missed some things. I didn't want that to happen in my case, so I got a notebook and wrote down everything. Names, reference numbers, addresses, policy numbers, bank accounts, NHS and NI number, you name it I've written it down. It did take me a long time but I did it a bit at a time and I'm so glad I did.

This is something I think about. Also about de-cluttering. To reduce the amount of stuff you have - feels like a healthy thing to do, and it removes some of the emotional and practical hassle from your loved ones to have to sort through a life time's worth of stuff.

TwoLeftSocksWithHoles · 07/08/2026 14:08

Have a look at the Age UK Lifebook

'The Age UK LifeBook is <a class="break-all" href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&source=web&rct=j&url=www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/money-legal/end-of-life-planning/lifebook/&ved=2ahUKEwic8vO5yo6WAxVsbEEAHQa_MDkQy_kOegoIAggACAAICRAE&opi=89978449&cd&psig=AOvVaw3e60yXnN2xBGLqaAbbG49L&ust=1786194305505000" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a free, practical booklet designed to help you record important personal details, financial information, contacts, and document locations in one safe place. It helps you stay organized and ensures loved ones can find crucial information in an emergency.'

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/money-legal/end-of-life-planning/lifebook/

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