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AutismBC Talks: Personal Planning & Representation Agreements with Nidus

September 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Virtual Event
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Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, but having the right information can help you make informed decisions for yourself and the people you care about. 

Your choice. Your plan. Your life. This free live webinar, in collaboration with Nidus, offers a robust overview of personal planning and Representation Agreements. Nidus staff will review the usefulness of personal planning and discuss ways it can benefit you and your loved ones. 

The 60-minute presentation and 30-minute Q&A will address frequently asked questions, including: 

  • What is personal planning and how is it different from estate planning? 
  • What if I have a Will and an Enduring Power of Attorney—am I covered? 
  • What is a Representation Agreement and why are there different types? 
  • What if I can’t make any of these documents? 
  • What will happen to me in an emergency if I can’t speak for myself? 
  • What if I don’t have family nearby? 
  • Why should I register my legal documents? 

Questions may be submitted in advance by emailing [email protected]. Due to time constraints, only selected questions will be answered during the session. 

When/where: Sept. 25 from 12-1:30 PM PT live via Zoom 

How to Register:
  • Click Register below and complete the registration form
  • You will receive a confirmation email and a reminder with the Zoom link before the event
  • If you experience any difficulties registering or joining the webinar, please email [email protected]

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Why This Talk Matters:
  • Many people assume that a Will or Power of Attorney covers every situation, but these documents serve different purposes. Understanding your options before a crisis occurs can help ensure your wishes are known and respected. 
  • Whether you are planning for yourself, supporting an autistic family member, or helping someone navigate future decision-making, this session will provide practical information about personal planning in BC and the legal tools available to support autonomy, choice, and peace of mind. 
  • No prior knowledge is required, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions during the live Q&A. 
About Audrey Jun, Executive Director of Nidus

A portrait of Audrey Jun, Executive Director of Nidus.
A portrait of Audrey Jun, Executive Director of Nidus.

Audrey has supported Nidus in various capacities since 2009, bringing a longstanding commitment to advancing self-determination for adults in British Columbia. Before joining Nidus as Director of Programs and later Executive Director, she worked in private practice, supporting older adults and families in the disability community as they navigated complex and evolving needs. Audrey currently serves on the Board of the BC Law Institute. 

About Nidus
The logo for Nidus: Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry.
The logo for Nidus: Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry.

The Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization. Nidus provides education on personal planning – making legal arrangements in case you need assistance with things such as paying bills or making health care decisions due to illness, injury or disability. The Nidus website contains optional forms for Representation Agreements, as well as information on Enduring Powers of Attorney and health care consent.

Nidus operates a centralized Registry for personal planning documents, including Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, My Voice Expression of Wishes, Nominations of Committee and Notices of Revocations.

For more information, visit the Nidus website.

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