DOs and DONTs
| DO | have a notepad beside your phone. | |
| DO | make notes of what you have done. | |
| DO | ask for assistance. | |
| DO | make sure you understand what they are talking about. | |
| DO | write down calls that have to be returned. | |
| DO | make sure you understand everything you sign. | |
| DON'T | be ashamed to have to ask for financial assistance. | |
| DON'T | be rushed into anything you do not understand. Make sure you ask them to slow down and explain again. | |
| DON'T | Make any decisions about Wills or estates until you can think clearly. | |
| DON'T | let anyone push or rush you. | |
| DON'T | be ashamed to show your feelings. If you want to cry then do it, if you want to scream or yell, do it. | |
| DON'T | let anyone remove any personal belongings. Do it yourself when you are ready. | |
| DON'T | be afraid to accept help when offered. Remember you may be able to repay the help some other day. |
