Read each page completely so that you don’t miss any useful hints. Look over the Table of Contents to get an idea of what’s included.  It’s set up in alphabetical order. Locate the “To Do” List so you know what topics to start with. Involve your parent(s) in personalizing the Organizer. This can promote positive feelings and good will, and demonstrate that you care about them and their concerns during a time that can be difficult and challenging for everyone. Make it personal! Find a good photo of the parent(s) and place it on the front of both your personalized Organizer and the Parent binder that you will be creating as well. Make several copies of each of the tables and forms for future revisions/additions.

Emergency Contacts Personal Information Caregiver / Visitor Log Definitions Doctors / Dentists: forms, tables, documents Geriatric Care Manager Elder Care Advisor Elder Law Attorney Finances: Bills, Assets, Income Funeral / Burial Plan Health Care Directive (Living Will) “Home” in the House or New Location Medical Conditions / Surgical History Medications: Daily, Ordering, Other Power of Attorney ...over 100 pages of useful information