In Case of Emergency
After working with a few recently widowed families, I realized what if something happened to me or my husband, would I be able to find all the documents access his computer, etc. My husband and I had the what happens to me talk besides the medical, the house stuff.
Have the discussion with your significant other or family member, take five minutes to write it down on paper, on your notes app on your phone or word document and share.
Items to take note of:
- Is there a deposit box
- What is the safe code
- How to access the other phone or computer
- How to access all the bills and pay them
- Where are the house documents?
- Where is all the Tax Paperwork? How to access tax accounts?
- How to access Life Insurance accounts especially if it’s with work?
- Who to contact at work if there is an emergency
- What are Credit card, debit cards, business expense accounts, and any other open accounts
- What house hold items do you need? Alarm system contact, Where the water shut off is? The filters for the heater?
- Are there special considerations that need to be noted for the kids, what drs they go to? Foods they don’t like
Having this list will help your family be prepared if there is ever an emergency.
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July is the perfect time for a mid-summer reset. You don't have to organize your entire home in one weekend—small, intentional projects can make a big difference and help you enjoy the rest of the season. 01 Refresh the Entryway Put away winter leftovers, donate shoes no one is wearing, and create a convenient place for sunscreen, bug spray, hats, and beach bags. 02 Tackle the Garage Group similar items together, remove broken or unused equipment, and create designated storage zones with labeled bins and shelving. 03 Refresh Your Pantry Check expiration dates, organize snacks, and create grab-and-go stations to make summer meals and outings easier. 04 Simplify Kids' Spaces Donate outgrown clothes, rotate toys, and clear away school papers to prepare for a fresh start in the fall. 05 Prepare for Fall Early Whether you're planning a move, downsizing, helping aging parents, or getting your home ready to sell, a little preparation now will make fall much less stressful.