If you’re noticing changes, have a diagnosis, or simply want to put things in place while you can, this is a place to start.
You don’t have to figure everything out at once. Some things are worth thinking about now because they can be harder to handle later.
What feels most important right now?
Plan for Myself
Something is changing
I’ve noticed memory and thinking changes and I don’t know what to do.
I want to get things in order
Make important information and documents easier to find and handle.
Stay independent as long as I can
I want to think ahead about everyday life, appointments, driving, my home, and getting help when I need it.
I’m doing this on my own
I don’t have a spouse, partner, or adult child who would step in if I needed help.
Two Steps Ahead
You don’t have to plan for every possibility. Start with the things that would be difficult for someone—including you—to figure out during a stressful day.
A good place to begin: make sure someone you trust knows where to find one important piece of information, such as your medication list, insurance information, or important documents.