Dying Matters: Preparing Your Affairs for Peace of Mind

Planning for the future may feel daunting, but taking the right steps now can bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones.

This event is part of Dying Matters Week, a national initiative supporting people across Aotearoa to start important conversations in a safe space, learn from local experts, and seek support in getting affairs in order or navigating grief and loss.

Join us for an informative session where experts will guide you through the essential aspects of legal and financial planning:

• Madline Patterson and Annabelle Alloo, solicitors from Mactodd Lawyers, will demystify estate planning, explaining why having a will is crucial, how to set up an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), and what’s involved in applying for probate.

• Nilam Dayal, Advice Centre Manager at ASB Queenstown Tāhuna, will share practical tips on safeguarding your finances, including how to ensure your accounts remain accessible and protected during life’s transitions.

The discussion will be moderated by Marie Wales, General Manager of Queenstown Hospice, who brings compassionate insight into planning for life’s later stages.

Come along to learn how to take control of your future and make these important processes simple and stress-free.

Additional Events

Drop-in Sessions with Hospice

Hospice is so much more than end-of-life care. Drop in and meet Marie Wales and Rebecca Davey (Community Palliative Care Nurse), who will be available to talk about how Hospice supports people to live fully, with comfort, dignity, and joy, through every stage of illness. These sessions offer a safe, relaxed space to ask questions and seek support.

• Monday, 1 September from 11.30am–12.30pm, at Frankton Library

• Tuesday, 2 September from 12.30pm–2pm, at Queenstown Library