Join us for an online session about disability estate planning where you can learn about things like wills and trustees.
Date
Date: Wednesday 22 April 2026
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (VIC)
Location
This is an online event.
About the event
Join us for an online session about disability estate planning, led by an experienced lawyer.
Planning for the future of a loved one with a disability can feel overwhelming, but the right information makes all the difference. In this information session we’ll walk through 10 key things families should think about when creating wills and powers of attorney for someone with a disability. Join us to learn the essentials of disability‑focused estate planning, with straightforward, practical guidance to help you make well‑informed decisions with confidence.
This is for parents, carers, siblings and people supporting someone with Down syndrome.
You will learn about:
- planning for wills and estates
- power of attorney
- basic understanding of the different types of protective trusts and how they support long‑term security
- choosing trustees and what the role involves
- simple asset‑protection ideas to help safeguard a vulnerable family member
- planning so pensions and government benefits are not unintentionally affected
- how superannuation and life‑insurance nominations can be set up to support a person with a disability
- what to think about when exploring accommodation options for ongoing, stable housing.
To register
To register, please visit our online registration page.
Presenters
Margaret Duncan
Margaret has a legal service that provides personalised estate planning and administration services, with a special interest in assisting families to plan for loved ones with disability.
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