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The Developer, Gabrielle, is a Psychologist in Private Practice in rural Australia. She recognised that a plan was needed if she was no longer able to work within her business due to death, sudden ill health or serious accident/injury. She developed her first App, Contingency Plan-Professional, to meet that need. She has taken that premise to then develop Contingency Plan-Personal.
Contingency Plan-Personal is an App which assists users with the recording and distribution of their personal information and wishes in the event that they are unable to communicate this themselves. This App is comprehensive in its’ consideration of the many details of our lives which may not be communicated to others, yet need to be known in order to put plans in place to assist loved ones at a time when they are most vulnerable. Gabrielle has also used the App in her clinical practice to open up discussions about death with carers or with clients who have a terminal illness.
Know that if anything happens to you resulting in not being able to communicate your wishes, important details are recorded and shared.
The app is easy to use, has a logical format and covers a wide range topics. There are “How To Use” tabs for each screen which explain the screen and its’ purpose. The user is also able to add notes for each screen and photos for some responses. One screen also provides To Do lists which can be edited and printed.
Keep all of your data in one App. The App comes with preset fields but can be customised to meet the needs of the user. Also has the functionality of being able to attach notes and photos. The email/print functionality also means the Plan can be emailed to others e.g. family, Solicitor. The printed hard copy of the plan is presented as a professional, easy to read document. If any alterations are made, individual screens within the App can be printed without having to reprint the whole plan.
Multiple plans are able to be produced once the app is downloaded. Full functionality is provided for each plan, so you can complete one for yourself, your partner, parents etc..
There are three screens to this item: Identifying Information; Personal Contacts; and Personal Documents (preset fields in relation to important documents e.g. Birth Certificate, Passport etc). There is also the functionality of being able to add a photo for each document.
Advise of who has been allocated the task of executing the Plan, and what their responsibilities are. Also provide details of family/friends who also need to be advised.
Record details of your Solicitor and Accountant. Functionality is provided to add other professional contacts if needed.
Advise about details of your Will; Solicitor; Powers of Attorney etc.
Provide your Accountants’ details. Also record relevant information regarding your creditors (who you owe money to) and debtors (who owes you money). The last section is to record information regarding your taxation.
This screen enables the user to enter information regarding access of their home. Location of keys, security and voicemail access codes, are included in this section.
This section is separated into two screens: Computer Access; and Files/Diary. Record your computer password and list your digital inventory e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter etc. You can also list files on your computer which are important for the executor to have access to.
This screen enables the user to record each type of insurance held including: Type; Policy Number; Amount; and Contact Details.
This screen enables the user to record details for their bank accounts. There is also the capability to add details of any direct debits.
There are three options to this item. The user can add details for their Property, Vehicle or Other Assets.
This screen is for the user to enter information regarding their Utilities e.g. electricity, gas, telephone, internet etc. Fields are provided to enter the following: Supplier/Provider; Account Number; and Notes.
This screen provides fields for the user to record relevant medical information including: Name of Family Doctor; other Health Professionals; Medical History; Family Medical History; Allergies/Medical conditions and Medication.
Advanced Care Planning is a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future healthcare. The user can record their wishes regarding: out of home care options; and end of life care. This also includes medical support preferences and organ donor wishes.
This section provides the user with the opportunity to leave a comprehensive plan in regards to their funeral wishes: Death Announcement; Funeral Service; and Special Requests (including writing their own Eulogy).
This screen enables the user to take a photo of any heirlooms/bequests they would like to leave to certain people. They can detail the history/significance of the item, it’s monetary value, age etc.
This screen enables the user to record stories related to themselves or indeed any family stories/folklore. There is also the capacity to record information regarding genealogy. Different family systems have also been considered e.g. adoption, same sex couples, donor assisted conception.
There are two screens for this item: User To-Do; and Executor To-Do. These are tick-a-box type checklists with preset items provided which can be edited or deleted. Extra items can also be added.
This functionality enables you to tap on any or all of the items listed and email them as you wish. The email is in a PDF format so is easily opened by the receiver. By emailing to yourself you can store a copy for your records but also print the Plan if you would like a hard copy. All notes and photos are printed as well.
"Do it now before it is too late"
