Appointments

Do you want personal help?
Do you need help getting started or understanding which document is right for you or someone you are helping?
Do you have questions about your role as a representative or monitor?

Nidus does not provide drop-in services. Nidus offers 25 minute appointments for personal help. The appointments are for information. We do not give legal advice. Appointments can:

  • answer your questions about personal planning;
  • help you determine which documents you need and where to get the legal forms;
  • provide tips for using a Representation Agreement at the bank, hospital or government agency.

“Thank goodness I booked an appointment…I read information on the website but there is so much more to understand. I would have wasted money and time without this help.”

“The extra tips for our situation are invaluable. Nidus is truly the expert on the practical as well as the legal issues.”

As a charitable organization, Nidus provides free resources for self-help through the website (see bottom of page for links). Nidus offers personal assistance by appointment for a modest fee.

Nidus is the only centre of practice, knowledge and excellence for Representation Agreements. We are very grateful for your donations to our charity (see button on the right). Donations enable us to help you and yours, today and in the future.

Phone Appointments – read below for 4 steps

THURSDAYS – book for April 4 or later

  1. Click the telephone icon on this page or the title ‘phone appointments.’  It will take you to the online booking page. Do NOT click on any buttons in the top of the booking page, like Download or Start Here – these are NOT part of the Nidus booking system.

2. Look at the times listed under the ‘Available‘ tab. Only book ONE date and time.

3. After you book the appointment it is saved for you, it will be approved by Nidus staff. Check your email for confirmation and instructions. If you need to cancel or postpone, please let us know asap as your booking is reserved until cancelled.

4. Payment must be received 5 days prior to the appointment time you booked. See below for details.

FEES FOR PERSONAL HELP
The appointment fee is $45.00. There are no refunds. Payment can be made by the following options:

  1. Cheque — made out to Nidus. Must be received a few days prior to the date. Details provided in your confirmation email. Please include a note so we can match it to your appointment.
  2. PayPal — we will email you a link which will take you to a secure site where you can pay online by credit card or your PayPal account. (You do not have to set up a PayPal account if paying by credit card.)

*Nidus does not receive funding for this service, the fee helps cover some of the cost to provide these appointments. No one else can book if you already booked a time – let us know if you need to cancel so someone else can have the time slot.

FREE SELF-HELP RESOURCES
The Nidus website offers information and Representation Agreement forms for self-help. Here are some key resources – click to read or watch:

  • Getting Started – to determine where to find the free Representation Agreement form that fits your situation.
  • Presentations – list of upcoming events and recorded webinars.
  • Videos
  • Registry Help – ‘how-to-instructions’ to use the Nidus Personal Planning Registry service.