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Work, housing & life admin

Getting my life admin in order

IDs, insurance, appointments, court dates, taxes — list what needs handling and take the next three steps.

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Getting my life admin in order

IDs, insurance, appointments, court dates, taxes — list what needs handling and take the next three steps.

Why this helps

Missing documents and unfinished paperwork are a common source of stress in early recovery, and they block jobs, housing and benefits. Breaking the pile into next steps — with help from a case manager, your recovery home or 211 — makes it manageable.

Don't write ID numbers, Social Security numbers or account numbers here.

1. Documents I need to get or replace

Check any that apply

  • State ID or driver's license
  • Social Security card
  • Birth certificate
  • Health insurance card
  • Proof of address
  • Car registration or insurance
  • Professional license
  • Diplomas or transcripts

2. Other things that need handling

Check any that apply

  • Court dates or probation requirements
  • Fines or getting my license reinstated
  • Taxes I haven't filed
  • Applications for food, health or disability benefits
  • Doctor, dental or eye appointments
  • Child support or custody paperwork
  • Old phone, utility or medical bills
  • Mail I've been avoiding

3. Anything with a deadline — and the date

4. My next three steps

5. Who can help (case manager, recovery home staff, legal aid, 211, a friend)

6. How I'll celebrate getting them done

From the Workbook on Amity Connect, via RecoveryHome.comFor reflection and practice — not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional care. In crisis, call or text 988.amityconnect.com/app/workbook/life-admin
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About this worksheet
It comes from the Amity Connect workbook, built by the same team as RecoveryHome, and is free to print and share. It's for reflection and practice — not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for professional care. Content is never written or edited by advertisers. If you're in crisis, call or text 988.

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