Lifebook

What is the Lifebook for?

The Age Scotland Lifebook is a place to gather important names, telephone numbers, addresses and policy numbers. This will help you find them quickly and easily when you need to. It doesn't ask you to write down any details you wouldn’t want to fall into the wrong hands, such as passwords, PINs or account numbers.

How to use your Lifebook

Many of us have papers or letters we have been meaning to sort through, or you might have your important documents filed away. A good place to start is to go through these documents and fill in your Lifebook as you go.

If you do not have a filing system, it is a good idea to sort your paperwork into categories. You might like to start with the headings of the Lifebook and add your own categories if needed.

You don't have to complete every section of the Lifebook, or to complete it all at once. You may prefer to fill it in gradually as letters arrive, or as contracts come in for renewal.

Keep your Lifebook somewhere accessible so you can easily use and update it. Make sure you tell anyone who helps you where they can find it.

If you have a partner, spouse or civil partner, you might want to ask them to complete a Lifebook too. You can order copies of the Lifebook online or by calling the Age Scotland helpline on 0800 12 44 222.

Benefit Workshops

The benefits system is complicated. It can be difficult to work out what you are entitled to, and how to claim it. Find out more about joining one of our Benefit Workshops.