For the Record simplifies the whole process with easy-to-understand and use forms. In just a few hours, you can enjoy the comfort of knowing that you or a relative or guardian will be able to quickly locate vital information. Author Ricki Pagano wrote the book based on her 20 years of helping others as a medical social worker and as a financial planner. She has seen firsthand the value of good and easy-to-locate and understand personal information. "It can make the difference of having your wishes carried out the way you envisioned or having someone else, perhaps a total stranger, making life-altering decisions for you," says Pagano. Book jacket.