Savvy Senior: How to Capture Your Elder Loved Ones' Story

Dear Savvy Senior,

I am interested in making a video of my 82-year-old parents’ life story/legacy and how they want to be remembered. With the holidays approaching, I thought this could be a neat gift to my older siblings, but I could use some help. What can you tell me?

--Youngest of Five

Dear Youngest,

A personal recording of your parents’ life story could be a wonderful holiday gift and something you and your family could cherish the rest of your lives. Here are a few tips to help you get started.

What You’ll Need

Your first step is to find out if your parents are willing to make a legacy v...