Getting help
This is Money has teamed up with a firm of will writers to offer a professional, affordable will-writing service.
Take a look at the parent's guide to money to check the main benefits and entitlements for families.
Advice Guide is the Citizens Advice Bureau's online service where you can find information on aspects of family life including birth, marriage, civil partnership, death, care for children in need, older and disabled people.
Your local Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) is a good place to find free advice. They provide free information and advice on legal, money and other problems. You can find your local CAB on their website. Contact your nearest CAB in England and Wales or Scotland.
Experian and Equifax both offer a service where you can access your credit report to help you understand and manage your credit rating.
Alternatively you may wish to perform a credit check on yourself by using Checkmyfile.
To help you sort your finances, search for an independent financial adviser (IFA) close to where you live or work.
Get help in choosing a care home from Care Quality Commission.
Find out who provides registered funeral planning.