Precious Words | A Guided Autobiography Facilitator Service

precious words inc.

Specializing in legacy creation, preservation & publishing services

"At the end of the day, we are not remembered for what we do, but who we impact" - Doug Smith

guided autobiography & Legacy workshops

Guided Autobiography is a structured reflective writing experience that invites older adults to explore, record, and share the stories that matter most.

Through gentle writing prompts and group sharing, participants gain perspective, strengthen memory, build connection, and leave a meaningful legacy for their families.

Research shows that life story sharing supports emotional wellbeing, cognitive engagement, and a sense of purpose, not just for the storyteller but for those who hear and cherish those stories.

Upcoming Events

4 Week Guided Life Story & Legacy Workshop Program (Open to the public)

Where: Oak Ridges Public Library

When: Saturdays (March 7th-28th)

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

What: Precious Words offers professionally facilitated life story and legacy writing workshops designed specifically for older adults and seniors. Previously available exclusively within senior living communities, this engaging program is now open to the public. Participants reflect, write, and share meaningful stories in a structured, supportive environment that strengthens family connection and preserves personal legacy.

Fee: $200.00 for the full 4 week session.

6 Week Guided Life Story & Legacy Workshop Program (exclusive to community members)

Where: Ballantrae Golf & Country Club

When: Tuesdays from April 7 to May 12th.

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

What: Precious Words provides professionally facilitated life story and legacy writing services designed specifically for older adults and seniors. Our structured programs foster meaningful engagement, strengthen family connections, and help preserve personal histories, all within a warm, supportive environment.

Fee: $250.00 for the full 6 week session. Registration directly with Dayna at BGCC

Precious Words Presentation (Open to residents & non residents)

Where: Chartwell Hollandview Trail Retirement Residence

When: April 8th., 2026

What: Precious Words offers an engaging, interactive presentation designed to introduce residents to the power of guided life story writing. During this session, participants will:

• Learn how the 4-week program works
• Discover the emotional and cognitive benefits of storytelling
• Participate in a short, guided writing exercise
• Experience firsthand the connection and enjoyment the workshop creates

This presentation is informative, inspiring, and fun.

Come ready to reflect and perhaps uncover a memory you haven’t revisited in years.

Fee: Free

Why Guided AutoBiography?

Because the transformative power of life stories have the ability to connect generations and build community, bridge diversity, and make us whole…….one story at a time.

Encouraging people to reflect on and share their life journeys reinforces the value of their experiences, not just to themselves but for their loved ones.

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Services Available

A professionally facilitated 4-6 week structured writing series includes:

Weekly facilitated sessions
Guided writing prompts
Themed autobiographical development
Optional family engagement

Structured Family Engagement Options

Family contribution prompts
Optional milestone reading session
Invitation templates for photo and memory submissions

Ideal for communities seeking purposeful, intellectually engaging programming

Structured Enrollment Model

Defined program duration (4-6 weeks)
Pre-registration with capped cohort size
Consistent weekly session schedule
Program completion milestone

***Bestseller*** Unique Legacy Canvas Creation

Transform a life story into a timeless work of art.

Our 24″ x 18″ archival-quality canvas beautifully showcases an individual’s written life story alongside carefully selected photograph, professionally curated and designed to last for generations.

More than a gift, this is a legacy statement.

Families choose our Signature Legacy Canvas to celebrate milestone birthdays, retirements, anniversaries, career recognitions, and to preserve a lifetime of wisdom, values, and memories in a format that can be proudly displayed and passed down to next generations.

Manuscript to Publication Support

You’ve written your story, now let’s bring it to life.

Precious Words provides personalized support to guide you from completed manuscript to professionally published book. Whether your goal is a private family keepsake or a publicly available autobiography, we make the process clear, manageable, and rewarding.

Our services include:

• Professional interior manuscript formatting
• Platform-ready file preparation
• Print-on-demand setup and configuration
• Proof copy review and publishing guidance

We handle the technical details so you can focus on what matters most: sharing your story with confidence and pride.

Turn your life story into a book that can be held, gifted, and treasured for generations.

Iyanla Vazant

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When you stand and share your story in an empowering way, your story will heal you and your story will heal somebody else.

Michelle Obama

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When we share our stories, we are minded of the humanity in each other and when we take the time to understand each other's stories, we become more forgiving, more empathetic, and more inclusive.

Heather Greenwood Davis

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Every time you share your story, its a reminder that you lived it and that it has value.

Guided Autobiography Certified trainer

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