A practical guide to direct your family to the things they need to do right away, and the things that can wait, after you pass away.
What This Site Does
Plan for peace of mind with When I’m Gone
Proper planning for one’s death, as morbid as it may seem, can be of great assistance to those left behind. The Website is designed to help manage some of life’s most challenging moments. The first phase of When I’m Gone provides a digital solution to complete pre-planning and estate tasks at your own pace, which can be shared with trusted advisors, family, or friends at your discretion.
The value of this site is in the Checklist, which tells people, in a secure and straightforward way, what they need to know about, where things are, how to access them, and how things work. The site is designed to assist people administering your estate, so that things are not left undiscovered or forgotten.
To go directly to the Checklist,
Simplify the Logistics
Most people, consumed with profound grief, do not realize the extent of logistical details that arise upon death. This site provides a Checklist, to assist people administering your estate, encouraging you to think about your legacies, and to offer some say in what happens following your passing.
Flexible and Accessible Planning
The site is designed to be a fluid network that you can access at any time to include more details, making the planning process less overwhelming.
Immediate Concerns
When someone passes away, immediate concerns include locating of the will, making a memorial page, and funeral and burial arrangements. Sharing important information with family members, such as where assets are, what bills need to be attended to and how things work, greatly reduces anxiety at a time when people’s thoughts are focused elsewhere.
Letter of Wishes
A Letter of Wishes can help explain your intentions to the family. It can include funeral arrangements, an explanation of bequests in a Will, and provide guidance for guardians on raising the children, educational paths and their religious upbringings.
Long Term Tasks
As time passes, tasks like finding investment accounts, selling the house, and claiming death benefits become important. The site helps manage these long-term tasks.
Support Through Grief
Besides the logistics, experiencing grief is paramount. The site offers support and referrals, access to a library for grief assistance, and guidance with journalling to help the grieving process. When I’m Gone helps lift the burden of logistical tasks from mourners, allowing them to focus on healing and seeking the support they need.
Helping Mourners Heal
When I’m Gone helps lift the burden of logistical tasks from mourners, allowing them to focus on healing and seeking the support they need.
DISCLAIMER:
The material contained on this website is intended to provide information of a general nature only, is subject to change, and should not be construed as legal advice. It is based on general current practices and may not apply in all provinces or jurisdictions. Various options discussed may not be appropriate for your particular circumstances or the nature of your situation, should only be treated as a possible choice, and should not be taken as a statement of preference or as a definitive suggestion. You should consult a qualified legal professional for advice regarding your specific situation.
