Category Legal Resources

Plain English guides, explanations and resources covering legal topics relevant to ageing, aged care, future planning and family decision-making.

What Makes A Will Valid?

Learn what makes a Will valid and why legal requirements such as signing, witnessing and capacity are important.

Learn how Enduring Guardianship differs from Power of Attorney and what decisions each document may cover.

Learn what may happen when no Enduring Guardian has been appointed and why future planning can help reduce uncertainty.

Learn when estate planning documents should be reviewed and why keeping your arrangements up to date is important.

Learn when and why an Enduring Guardian appointment may need to be updated and what factors can trigger a review.

Learn why many Australians review their estate planning arrangements after retirement and what documents should be considered.

Learn the most common estate planning mistakes Australians make and how avoiding them may help reduce confusion and family stress.

Learn how estate planning can help older Australians prepare for future legal, financial, health and aged care decisions.

Learn how to choose an Enduring Guardian and what factors may help when selecting someone to make personal and lifestyle decisions.

Learn what decisions an Enduring Guardian may make regarding health care, living arrangements and personal support services.