Pre-surrender preparation is not a single sprint. It is a sequence of phases, each with its own focus. This page is the high-level map. The specific weekly checklist and worksheets are part of one-on-one engagement.
PSR review, designation considerations, defense-team follow-ups, financial mapping, and the first round of family conversations. This is the phase where the biggest leverage lives.
Powers of attorney, account access, school and medical handoffs, communication plan, visiting list research, medical documentation, and a realistic packing plan based on the designated facility's allowances.
Confirm reporting time, location, and what to bring. Final family conversations. Rest. Do not try to do everything in the last 72 hours.
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