Guides
Clear, practical guidance for organising life’s important details — written to help you think calmly, not feel rushed.
Life planning isn’t one big task. It’s a series of small, thoughtful steps — often taken during moments of change, uncertainty, or responsibility. Storey Guides are designed to meet you where you are.
Where to start
If you’re not sure which guide is right for you, these are good places to begin.
Organising life admin
Simple, practical steps to organise accounts, documents and details — without turning it into a stressful project.
Before writing a will
What to gather first — so writing your will feels simpler, clearer, and less overwhelming.
Planning for illness or incapacity
How to plan ahead for illness or incapacity — including medical information, trusted contacts and decision-making.
Getting organised
Personal information record for your family
How to create a simple record of accounts, documents and contacts so your family can find important information when they need it.
The essential life admin checklist
A practical checklist for organising documents, accounts, contacts and digital life in one place.
Organising life admin
Simple, practical steps to organise accounts, documents and details — without turning it into a stressful project.
Handling digital accounts
How to organise email, subscriptions, social media and online services — and make access easier when it matters.
Organising finances in one place
Why having a clear overview of your finances matters — and how to organise accounts, pensions and policies without stress.
Planning ahead
Before writing a will
What to gather first — so writing your will feels simpler, clearer, and less overwhelming.
Planning for illness or incapacity
How to plan ahead for illness or incapacity — including medical information, trusted contacts and decision-making.
What your executor will need
The key information your executor will need to locate accounts, manage your estate and organise documents after your death.
Leaving messages for loved ones
Why people choose to leave personal messages for loved ones, when they’re shared, and why a few words can matter so much.
Prepare your digital life for the future
A guide to organising online accounts, digital documents and services so your digital life can be understood and managed if needed.
Family
After you have children
Practical planning steps to help protect your family and organise important information after having children.
How to share important information safely with your family
A practical guide to sharing documents, contacts and essential life information with your family safely and clearly.
Organising information for your children
A calm, practical guide to organising important information so your children are supported, whatever happens.
What your partner should know
A clear overview of the information your partner may need if they ever have to step in or make decisions without you.
Difficult times
What to do immediately after someone dies in the UK
A calm guide to the first steps to take after someone dies in the UK, including who to contact and what to do first.
When someone dies
A calm, practical UK checklist — so you’re not trying to remember everything while you’re grieving.
Dealing with digital accounts after death
A calm, practical guide to handling email, subscriptions, social media and online accounts after someone dies.
Take things one step at a time
You don’t need to read everything or do everything today. These guides are here whenever you’re ready.
