The toolkit is designed to help gun owners and family members plan ahead for safe firearm use and transfers in the event of disability or death. It stresses personal responsibility, safety, and the importance of being prepared. It lists potential warning signs (physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional) that might cause a gun owner to use a gun inappropriately. Second, the guide features conversation prompts for family members and friends who might be concerned about an older gun owner and for older adults who recognize the value of planning ahead. The third part is most practical and calls for people to create an inventory of their firearms, where they’re stored, who should get the firearms when the owner dies or is willing to relinquish them, and when transfers should occur. The final component of the guide is a “legacy” section that asks gun owners to share memories and stories about their firearms and what they’ve meant to them.
