Personal Planning Month – October 2018

READY?  SET?  TAKE ACTION!

Getting your affairs in order gives you peace of mind and takes the burden off family and friends. It’s easy when you know the steps to take. Attend a FREE presentation.

Nidus is a non-profit, charitable organization that was set up by seniors and disability groups. Nidus is independent of private interests (e.g. legal professionals, estate planners, financial institutions) and government. Nidus’ goal is to provide accurate information to the public and professionals about the law.

The law is complex —- but Nidus believes the public deserves to know how it works (and is capable of learning), in order to exercise their rights and make informed decisions.

 

Following is a list of four topics offered by webinar — its free!

(Scroll down or click link for a list of in-person presentations being held in Metro Vancouver.)

 

FREE PRESENTATIONS VIA WEBINAR

All times listed are for Pacific Time. There will be a Q&A period at the end of each webinar. You can participate on your own computer or iPad/tablet or phone (by yourself or with family/friends/colleagues) or you can attend at a host location – to be announced. Nidus has invited public libraries throughout BC to host our free webinars.

New to webinars? Click for Information on Attending a Webinar.

Click for Poster of Webinars – TBA.

 

JOINT OWNERSHIP

Joint ownership of bank accounts, real estate property, and vehicles is common for spouses. What can happen when a parent and child own property jointly? Find out about different kinds of joint ownership.

Learn about recent court cases that have led to new cautions about joint ownership.

 

Tuesday, Oct 2 | 10:30 am–12:00 pm (morning)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Nanaimo Wellington Branch, Vancouver Island Regional Library
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

Thursday, Oct 11 | 7:00–8:30 pm (evening)

  • Stay tuned for list of host locations.
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

 

DYING WITHOUT A WILL — TIPS ON MAKING A WILL

Some people are considered not capable of making a Will due to the legal requirements. This may affect someone with a disability from birth (special needs). It can also affect an adult who put off making a Will and now has advanced dementia. What happens in these cases, according to the law?

For the majority of British Columbians who can make a Will, we’ll offer some tips and resources.

 

Tuesday, Oct 16 | 10:30 am–12:00 pm (morning)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Nanaimo Wellington Branch, Vancouver Island Regional Library
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

Thursday, Oct 18 | 7:00–8:30 pm (evening)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Greater Victoria Public Library – more details available end of August.
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

 

CONSENT TO HEALTH CARE & FACILITY CARE

Consent is very much in the news as it underlies many of our day-to-day interactions. Consent is also fundamental to encounters with the health care and residential care systems.

What are the consent rights of patients with regard to health and personal care matters? What are the rights of representatives named in a Representation Agreement?

 

Tuesday, Oct 23 | 10:30 am–12:00 pm (morning)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Nanaimo Wellington Branch, Vancouver Island Regional Library
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

Thursday, Oct 25 | 7:00–8:30 pm (evening)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Greater Victoria Public Library – more details available end of August.
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

 

THE PLANNING CONTINUUM — BEFORE & AFTER DEATH

What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, for end-of-life, and for after death?

This presentation gives an overview of legal documents such as Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney, and Wills.

Learn how Personal Planning is different from Estate Planning. Find out how to make your plans and where to register them.

 

Tuesday, Oct 30 | 10:30 am–12:00 pm (morning)

  • Stay tuned for list of more host locations.
  • Nanaimo Wellington Branch, Vancouver Island Regional Library
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

Thursday, Nov 1 | 7:00–8:30 pm (evening)

  • Stay tuned for list of host locations.
  • I’m going to watch on my own device – click to sign-up

 

Free Presentations held in Metro Vancouver

Below is a list of  in-person presentations held in Metro Vancouver on one topic.

Click for Poster of Metro Vancouver events – TBA

 

Choose to Plan! The Planning Continuum — before & after death.

What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, for end-of-life, and for after death?

This presentation gives an overview of legal documents such as Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney, and Wills.

Learn how Personal Planning is different from Estate Planning. Find out how to make your plans and where to register them.

 

Stay tuned for more locations and dates listed below. Nidus has invited organizations who have taken an interest in supporting personal planning for its members and the community. These presentations are conducted by a Nidus-trained volunteer, according to her availability of time and location.

VANCOUVER, Friday, Sept 28  |  1:00–2:30 pm
South Granville Seniors Centre, 1420 W. 12th Ave. (at Hemlock St.)
Registration not required.

BURNABY, Thursday, Oct 4  |  2–3:30 pm
Burnaby Public Library – Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch, 6100 Willingdon Ave.
Information on registration will be posted in September.

VANCOUVER, Thursday, Oct 25  | 1:30–3:00 pm
West End Seniors Network, 1447 Barclay Street, Vancouver
Information on registration will be posted in September.

VANCOUVER, Friday, Nov 16  | 1:00–2:30 pm
South Granville Seniors Centre, 1420 W. 12th Ave. (at Hemlock St.)
Registration not required.