A PrepInPeace Family guide

Emergency Binder vs. Family Handoff Plan

Understand the difference between storing records and giving someone a clear sequence of actions.

A practical place to start. Adapt these notes to your household and keep important decisions with the people and professionals you trust.

Step 01

A binder stores information

A binder can collect policies, contacts, and documents, but volume alone does not explain what matters first.

Step 02

A handoff adds direction

A handoff identifies priorities, responsibilities, safe document locations, and the first people to contact.

Step 03

Combine the strengths

Use a concise START HERE page followed by supporting information grouped around tasks, not paperwork volume.