More and more Australians are taking steps to plan for their future. For example, there is a growing interest in advance care planning. However, research shows that too many of us procrastinate when it comes to nominating an attorney using an enduring power of attorney or advance health directive.
Planning ahead is an important step in your life and there is no better time to start than now. A plan for tackling life’s uncertainties gives you confidence about getting what you want in the future. This means not only thinking about your money, but your personal affairs and your health.
The Office of the Public Guardian has created a video and simple ideas to get you started.
At some time in the future, you may not be able to make your own decisions or communicate what you want or need – about your money, your personal affairs or your health. More and more Australians than ever before are taking the simple steps to plan ahead.
The website explains why you need to think about what is important to you then talk about it with your loved ones and those you trust. Then, you might create some legal documents to set out who you would want to speak for you if you cannot in the future.
Check out the website to get started.
