Write your Epilog

Answering a few basic questions now will help your loved ones deal with your eventual passing down the road.

If you're tech-forward, you may want to make a copy of our Google Doc template and provide your answers that way.

Otherwise, simply fill out the form below and your responses will be e-mailed to you. Forward that on to anyone you trust to help handle your affairs. We don't store any of your answers. This is an entirely private exercise for you and your loved ones.

Thinking about the end of your life is not easy. May this experience bring you peace of mind.
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Your nameYour ageYour email addressTo get started, any words of wisdom for the next generation?Everyone has something of value to impart. What advice would you like to pass along to those that you love? How do you want to be remembered?What kind of celebration of life do you imagine for yourself? Venue? Number of guests? Important themes, music, readings you'd like included? A budget you'd like respected?
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Anything you want to ensure is mentioned in your obituary? Any charities you hold dear?Who would you like to be notified when you pass away?There may be important people in your life who your loved ones are unaware of. Share those names here to make sure they'll be notified when the time comes (e.g. a friend you met abroad, online pals etc)
How would you like your remains cared for after you pass?Cremation or Burial? Would you like body/organs donated to science? Would you like your ashes spread in any particular location or in anyone's possession? Do you have a plot in a cemetery arranged? Any rituals you'd like performed?

In recent years, some new, more sustainable options have emerged (like green burials). Make a choice that best reflects your current values.
Where are the original copies of your most important documents?Everyone should have a Will and a Power of Attorney, regardless of your age. These are legal documents. You can use an online service or a lawyer to have them prepared.

An advanced directive describes your wishes for how medical professionals should navigate your care when faced with an incurable condition. You can learn more here.

Write down the location of these physical documents, so that your loved ones are not scrambling to find them when the time comes.Provide any additional information you feel would be helpful in guiding your Estate Trustee in managing your affairsFor example:
- The name of your personal lawyer, accountant or investment advisor
- Which bank (or banks) you use
- Any pension plans, insurance policies or other benefits that may exist

Please don't include any details like bank account numbers or passwords. Just the high level information that might help direct your Executor in chasing things down.

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