Legal planning for you and your family.
Firstly, Parkinson’s Wairarapa would like to thank all of you who stopped at our table at the Disability Expo late February. It was great to get your feedback and support for what we are trying to achieve. The Expo highlighted to us the many organisations that are available to give advice and support in a wide range of areas.
During March a Living Positively with Parkinson’s seminar was held to try and explain the legal planning that we need to consider as we get older and our condition changes. This is usually something we put on the back burner for another day or believe we don’t really need to worry. Our guest speaker was Virginia Pearson from WCM Legal, Carterton. Her informative presentation focused on Wills (for when you die) and enduring powers of attorney (for while you are still alive). Virginia outlined the importance of having a will, what we need to consider before getting one drawn up and clarified many issues. She explained the key differences between a Welfare/Health EPOA and a Property EPOA, along with things we need to consider when getting them drawn up. Even though Life Directives (living wills or advance care plans) need to be completed by a health professional, Virginia outlined how they can be necessary in long term planning.
World Parkinson’s Day is 11th April and all-around New Zealand buildings and landmarks will be lit up in blue including the Masterton sculpture at the northern roundabout.
Parkinson’s Wairarapa now has packets of Tulip Bulbs available to purchase, raising funds to help support those living with this condition.
To order the bulbs or for further information about Parkinson’s in the Wairarapa please contact the local support team: wai.parkinsons@gmail.com and 027-264-8623.
