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I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. That you are helping him resolve these outstanding issues is most likely a huge relief for him.

I've been interested in compiling an end of life documents for myself for my family. Have you found any resources that offer some kind of checklist and guidance as to everything one might need to complete for such a process?



The problem with a checklist is it's _highly_ nation and state dependent.

That said, in the US, generally:

1) Last will and testament: what to do with your stuff when you die

2) Living will: what medical treatment you desire while unable to decide for yourself

3) Power of attorney: who handles your accounts if your incapable




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