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Are You Prepared – Leaving Legacy To Prevent Fights & Lawsuits

On Thursday, November 14, 2024, we hosted our Leaving Legacy To Prevent Fights & Lawsuits event where we our guest speakers educated us on topics such as:

  • Wills and Estates and navigating the crucial decision of selecting an executor
  • Medical care options and conversations when facing life-altering health decisions and
  • Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in Canada.

This was one of our most interesting series to date.  After the event we had a number of our attendees thank us for bringing the speakers to the centre and hosting this presentation….something we love to hear!

The following are the resources provided by our guest speakers at the event

Medical Assistance And Dying (MAID) And Other Options

Speaking with your family, loved ones, and healthcare team is important when thinking about your end-of-life options. You might want to talk about your end-of-life needs, wishes, and values and what options are available for you. This will help you make choices that fit into your healthcare goals and end-of-life wishes.

Goals of Care Designation

Goals of care are a way for your healthcare team to understand and plan for the kind of care you want, including where you would like to receive it. These decisions are made over time by talking with you, your family or loved ones, and your healthcare providers.

IS IT TIME TO UPDATE YOUR WILL?

If you have had a major change in your life or you wrote your will many years ago, it might be time to talk to a lawyer.  Joshua Jackson from Barr Law LLP has provided us with a Will Review Checklist to help you out.

Checklist – Things To Consider Before Making A Power Of Attorney

This is a 2 sided checklist, provided by the Centre For Public Legal Education to help us when creating a Power Of Attorney

Handbook – Being A Personal Representative

Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and unintended consequences of poor selection, protecting your legacy and loved ones. This booklet will help you make informed decisions and have confidence in your estate planning.

QUESTIONS?

Reach out to our guest speakers

Joshua P. Jackson
Barr Law LLP
Barrister and Solicitor
Direct: 780-990-0941
https://barrllp.com/

MAID Questions
ma***********@ah*.ca

End-of-life Options
pa*************@ah*.ca

Health Link
Call 811