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A memoir is a personal account of one’s life. It is written mostly for the younger and future generations to remember you by. If you’re not a writer, here are some suggestions to help you get going.

Select a Method. Are you proficient on the computer or do you rather enjoy writing on paper? If you don’t like either, you may consider making an audio or video recording of your memoir account. You can always have someone type it up formally for you later.

Decide on Amount of Detail. If you want to get into a lot of detail, you should pick a certain time frame to focus on. Or if you want to keep it more general, you can cover all of your life.

Include Historical Facts. When compiling your memoir, consider that it would be interesting for the reader if you tied in what was going on in the world at each particular phase of your life. At least include major events such as wars or natural disasters, as well as who was president when you were born.

Avoid the Third Person. Write your memoir in the first person voice. Even if someone helps you put it together, it will sound more natural in the first person.

Create a List of Questions. If you’re having trouble getting started, write a list of chronological questions to guide you through. You can include questions such as What year where you born? Where did you go to elementary school?

Have it Bound. There are many different types of binding to consider. The longest lasting and most expensive binding is perfect binding. You can even have it leather bound with gold embossing on the cover if you really want to go fancy. Or if you’re more on a budget, take it to your local print shop and have them spiral or comb bind it.

Publish it. Are you famous or do you know a lot of famous people? Did you do something in your life of historical significance? Then you may be able to find a publisher to publish it for you. If not and you still wish to publish it, you can self-publish and sell it via the many online booksellers.

Regardless of who or who does not read it, the process of writing your own memoir can be extremely satisfying and pleasurable. Reviewing your life, the highs and lows, in a leisurely and thoughtful manner is not an everyday experience. Take your time and relish the process and a quality outcome will be sure to follow.

Create your own memoir with the aid of the workbook How to Die Without Regrets and Have Closure by Katie and Dan Marsh. The workbook contains a memoir template and it will aid you to create a will.

Many retirees are choosing to “age in place” — remain at home versus moving into a nursing home or other facility. If you or someone you love is entering this time in life, here are some tips to prepare for this transition. The main things to consider are home safety and maneuverability as well as personal care.

Home Modifications. Depending on the age of your home, this may be an extensive or minor project. Find a contractor in your area who specializes in making home modifications for the elderly or disabled. Most important to consider is making your home user friendly in case you need a wheelchair in the future.

Meals Delivered. Depending on your budget and your dietary needs, you may be able to hire gourmet meals delivered to your home. If not, there are more affordable programs such as the Meals on Wheels program. You can find these programs and services online or in your local Yellow Pages.

Door-to Door Shuttle. Can’t drive any longer but don’t want to take a cab or can’t afford one? Most areas, except rural ones, offer an affordable door-to-door shuttle service. These services are for the elderly and disabled. They can even accommodate a wheelchair.

Books. You can order books mailed to you from online booksellers. And most public library systems allow you to sign up for their free books by mail service. Select the books online that you want sent to you.

Medical Alert System. These systems work 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The user wears a button that they press in case of an emergency and the service responds to their call. But keep in mind that it only works if the user keeps the alarm with them at all times.

Fun and Helpful Gadgets. There is a whole new market of gadgets geared to our aging population. These gadgets help enlarge print, make our mobility easier – basically add comfort to our everyday lives. Look for these companies online and ask them to send you a catalog to peruse.

Caregiver Options. There may come a time when you need to have a nurse or friend or family member come in either part time or full time to help you with basics such as dressing, feeding and going to the bathroom. Figuring out who will do this for you now will give you peace of mind later. Check with your insurance company to find out if they will cover a private nurse or other home service helper.

If you are a social butterfly, you may prefer being in a retirement home or even a nursing home. But if you are a homebody who loves independence, aging in place may be perfect for you. Discuss your options with your family to keep them in the loop.

Katie Marsh co-wrote the workbook How to Die Without Regrets and Have Closure. The workbook will help you create a memoir, discuss plans relating to aging, spirituality, funeral arrangements and your legal documents.

A lot of people put off funeral planning because they don’t want to face the inevitability of death. Although at one point or another we have probably all fantasized about what would be said at our funeral and who would be there. Planning your funeral in advance can save your relatives a lot of headaches and expenses. Here are some tips to getting the job done.

Will & Testament. This is the final legal document in your life where you put down all your desires concerning your burial and funeral. You can put in as much detail about your funeral and burial as you wish. Wills can be prepared by an attorney or just written down on a piece of paper by you.

Funeral Home. You should select a reputable funeral home where you would like your body to be prepared for burial or cremation. State in your will if you want a funeral at a funeral home, church or temple, cemetery or some other location.

Viewing the Body. Do you want people to see you after you have passed away? If so, state it in your will. Most likely you won’t look like you do now since you will be covered with a lot of makeup and your spirit is gone.

Burial. Where do you wish to be buried? Do you own a plot in a cemetery? If so, where? Share all of this information with your loved ones in your Last Will & Testament.

Cremation. If you would like to be cremated, state this in your will. Where do you want your ashes scattered and by whom? Do you want people to view you before you are cremated so that they can have some closure?

Formal Ceremony or Memorial Service. Put it down in your will exactly how you would like your funeral to be. You can state passages you would like read, music shared and who you want to be involved in the ceremony. Also state where you want the funeral or memorial service to take place.

Personal Things. If you want to be buried, do you have an outfit you want to be buried in? Do you have any personal items you wish to be buried with? If so, where are they located?

As you are planning your funeral, also keep in mind the costs involved and if possible, prepaying those costs can save your estate thousands of dollars. Planning your funeral is one of those events where you get to have things exactly as you want them. But when planning, consider the living and their desire to celebrate and mourn you.

Need to prepare your Last Will & Testament? Do you want to pre-plan your funeral to save your loved ones expense and headache? Getting your copy of How to Die Without Regrets and Have Closure by Katie & Daniel Marsh will help you do this and so much more.