Formal Planning

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Formal Planning

You can learn about support services and housing options ahead of time. This includes how to access them and how to raise concerns. There may be times when decisions and changes need to be made quickly. Formal planning is always possible.

Considerations and questions about planning may include:

Manuel's Story

Manuel lives alone and has noticed increasing challenges in his daily life. He is often forgetting to take his medications and is finding it difficult to get dressed or prepare meals due to ongoing pain. He recognizes that he is slowing down and that his needs are changing.

He has not reviewed his will in over 20 years and knows it is time to update it. A long-retired college lecturer, he keeps in touch with a few former students. As his difficulties grow, he is starting to consider what other plans and supports he may need for the future.

I can explain why planning matters. I can also help you explore your wishes for future health needs and your legacy. Even when there are pressured circumstances, planning can still get done.