THE GENTLE PREPARATION SERIES
Your Gentle
Preparation Checklist
Free 8-page preparation checklist designed to help individuals and families organise important information, reduce uncertainty, and identify next steps.
A simple, step-by-step guide to help you get organised, reduce stress, and create clarity for you and your loved ones.
Most people know there are important things they should organise someday.
This checklist helps you start today, one small step at a time.
Download your free checklistHow this Checklist helps
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Covers the essentials
A clear checklist of important tasks and information to help you feel confident you haven't missed anything important.
Eases the burden on your loved ones
Helps ensure your wishes are known and important details are easy to find when it matters most.
Simple, calm and practical
Thoughtfully designed to guide you at your own pace. No overwhelm, just gentle support.
Instant download
Get your free checklist now and take the first step towards peace of mind.
- What's included?
Important documents checklist
Healthcare and support information
Financial and legal considerations
Personal wishes and practical details
Space to identify gaps and next steps
Personal wishes and practical details-
A simple resource designed to help you feel organised, prepared, and more confident about the future.
What others are saying
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"Clear, thoughtful, and well-structured. A very worthwhile resource that genuinely helps ease the burden on families."
- Mark, GP
"A beautiful and thoughtful way to gently approach important family discussions. These guides approach the process with genuine care and subtle prompting."
- Rochelle Halstead, Mayor, Bass Coast Shire
About the author
Chris Petrie
Chris Petrie is a Creative Arts Therapist, artist, educator, and community facilitator with decades of experience supporting individuals and families through difficult and emotionally complex experiences.
Created after witnessing the impact that preparation — or lack of preparation — can have on grieving families, The Gentle Preparation Series was designed to offer calm guidance without fear, pressure, or overwhelm.
Download the free checklist today and begin with one small step.
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© Chris Petrie, UpBeat Creative Arts Therapy 2026