Keep the following original documents in a safe and secure location, and copies in a waterproof, fire resistant container that you can access in an emergency, where electronic copies may not be available.  These documents should help with identifying and finding family members, contacting family/friends, assisting in medical care, and/or assisting with the recovery phase of a major disaster.

The following is a suggested list of important documents:

• Will/Trust
• Medical Directive
• Insurance policies – copy of the cover page with the account number
• Deeds
• Contracts
• Stocks & bonds
• Passports
• Immigration and or naturalization documents
• Social security cards
• Bank account numbers
• Credit card numbers
• Inventory of valuable household goods
• Important telephone numbers
• Your family records – birth, marriage, death certificates
• Your personal records – birth, marriage, divorce, military, etc.
• Photos of family living in your house
• Special certifications or licenses – EMT, paramedic, amateur radio, aviation, marine, weapons permits, etc.
• Password List
• Other

Click this link for a printable Important Document List check off sheet.