End-of-Life Planning Checklist

A simple step by step guide. Complete as much, or as little of the list as needed. Once you have completed all appropriate steps, "View Playbook". The Playbook can be sent electronically, or printed, and shared with the executor of your estate.

Chicago, IL
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15 minutes High Priority

Secure life insurance to protect your loved ones financially and cover final expenses.

Tip: Life insurance becomes more expensive with age, so getting coverage early saves money.
45 minutes Medium Priority

Arrange for healthcare directives and long-term care planning to ensure your medical wishes are followed.

Tip: Healthcare directives ensure your wishes are known if you can't communicate them yourself.
30 minutes High Priority

Work with a legal professional to create or update your will, ensuring your wishes are legally documented.

Tip: Having a will ensures your assets go to who you choose and can prevent family disputes.
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30 minutes Urgent

Contact immediate family members, close friends, and important contacts to inform them of the passing.

Tip: Start with immediate family, then close friends, then extended contacts. Consider asking someone to help make calls.
15 minutes Low Priority

Create a lasting memorial to honor and remember your loved one's life and legacy.

Tip: A memorial page allows friends and family to share memories and support each other during grief.
1 hour Medium Priority

Work with legal professionals to handle estate matters, probate, and financial obligations.

Tip: Gather all important documents first - will, insurance policies, bank statements, and property deeds.
30 minutes Medium Priority

Connect with professional grief counselors to help process loss and navigate the healing journey.

Tip: Grief counseling can provide valuable support during difficult times. Many counselors offer both individual and group sessions.

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30 minutes High Priority

Select a funeral home to handle arrangements, services, and burial or cremation.

Tip: Consider the deceased's wishes, your budget, and the funeral home's reputation and services.
20 minutes Medium Priority

Coordinate with religious organizations for spiritual services and ceremonies.

Tip: Contact the deceased's place of worship or a religious leader they were connected with.
15 minutes Low Priority

Arrange for appropriate floral arrangements and tributes for the service.

Tip: Consider the deceased's favorite flowers or ask family members about preferences.
20 minutes Low Priority

Establish memorial donation options to honor the deceased's memory.

Tip: Choose charities that were meaningful to the deceased or causes they supported.
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