Lifetime Guides, Peace of Mind

( Lifetime Guides, LLC )

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"Peace of Mind is more than a book, it's a systematic way of organizing your life details into documents, forms, files, notes in a way that makes sense no matter what happens. A definite must-have in every home, it's a thoughtful gift to your children, a great reference at any stage of your life."

One single tip from this book can save you thousands of dollars, spare you countless hours of aggrevation, and save lives — one single tip. And this book has hundreds of such tips.

Selected To Do's from Lifetime Guides Peace of Mind

Stolen identity… every week thousands of people become victims of personal identity theft, through no fault of their own; for example, a credit card database is compromised at a company, or someone is carrying transactions in your name … identity theft is devastating but Peace of Mind will help you recover rapidly with these forms … starting on page 2.

How to create and store your own DNA file… your unique "fingerprint" can be used for fool-proof identification, diagnosing inherited disorders … Peace of Mind shows how to create your own file and where and how to store it … starting on page 10.

Living trust… and why you should have one… and how it can simplify succession of property, avoid hundreds of dollars in legal costs, probate costs ...starting on page 35.

Power of Attorney… create a Durable Power of Attorney for financial matters that allows the nominated person to act on your behalf even when you become incapacitated … on page 34.

Medicare basics… how the jointly-funded federal-state insurance program can help those most in need with Hospital Insurance and Medical Insurance … and some interesting facts about Medigap "open enrollment period" … starting on page 60.

In-vehicle emergency kit… list of items that every vehicle owner should have in the emergency kit … starting on page 75.

Travel safety tips… In these troublesome times it makes sense to make detailed travel plans and know how to take precautions so will be safe in a variety of circumstances … starting on page 80.

Hotel safety tips… a number of tips to check before you accept the room and what to do once you are settled in … starting on page 86.

Crime-proof your home… you can achieve a great deal by taking some preventative measures about the house … 1 in 10 homes are burglarized and valuables will be stolen … how to make your home an undesirable target for criminals … starting on page 90.

Home hazards… aside for potential hazards for young children and elderly persons, every home can be made a safer place with this list of general safety measures. Take a fresh look at everything in your home with these tips … starting on page 104.

Basic first aid… check this section of basic first aid treatment for medical emergencies and minor conditions … starting on page 117.

Natural disasters… with many natural disasters you have some time to to carry out pre-made plans and minimize any damage that could affect your property … make those preparations … starting on page 184.

Neighborhood security… the kind of terrorism we see overseas could happen here … local neighborhood groups provide additional security and safety … starting on page 195.

Pet information and protection… this chapter will help you list and keep track of all types of information about your pet and provide advice and suggestions for keeping your pet safe … starting on page 213.

Coping with accidents, tragedies and death… as we go through life everyone experiences a range of emotions … we don't need much help with dealing with happiness but grief, stress and upsetting experiences are a different matter … starting on page 223.

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(Tuesday, 31 October 2006)
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As we grow increasingly aware of threats to our personal safety and security, Richard Watson and Lifetime Guides offer a compact yet comprehensive resource for crisis preparation. "Peace of Mind" is a step-by-step guide to being prepared, staying safe, and protecting valuables in the event of an emergency.
Shortly after the tragedy of 9/11, Watson conceived the idea for a book that could be used as a personal safety and security guide, helping readers achieve the peace of mind that comes from planning ahead. The philosophy behind this book is that "in helping yourself... you are
helping your loved ones" and your community.
Information is power, and Watson's book is a powerful tool that should be a part of every family's crisis management toolkit. From safety at home and while traveling, to natural disasters, neighborhood security,
illness, and retirement, "Peace of Mind" offers an all-inclusive guide to planning for the obstacles life can throw in your path. It shows readers how to organize their legal and financial affairs, maintain and
safeguard valuables, react during a crisis, and even administer firstaid.
The book is well organized and divided into short, focused sections of information which make it easy to read. Subheads, icons, and bulleted lists highlight the most important topics discussed in each chapter.
"Complete" icons identify questionnaires that help you collect important personal and family information. "Idea" and "Beware" icons alert readers to critical facts.
"Peace of Mind" is a valuable and effective resource; it is a must-have for every household.
The events and tragedies of 9/11 created a sense of urgency and a passion for this project. The information in this book reflects not only personal life experience and wisdom, but is the outcome of extensive research and consultation with professionals in a variety of fields, including medicine, firefighting, and law.
BookWire Review
September 16, 2005

(Tuesday, 31 October 2006)
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Peace of Mind is one of those books everyone should not only read, but go through with the entire family. It is a workbook to organize your life. Completely. We're so laid back about organizing our records, credit cards, insurance policies, car records, leases, etc. Yet there is no way of knowing when we or our family members need to have easy access to those records. It could be as simple as not having a legal will -- a friend paid over seventy-thousand in unnecessary taxes when his father passed. The book goes through a lot of "life-organizing" information that we all should go through. It's a must have, must read, and must fill out the forms, AND tell your spouse, kids, relatives, where the information is stored and how to get access to it. Highly recommend. Also download the forms from them. It is a step in the right direction for every parent.

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