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PREPARING for your future is the topic of an upcoming session entitled Dying to Know in Bannockburn.<\/p>\n

Lawyer, Anna Smith, will host the event that\u2019ll discuss how to create end of life wishes and decide who will provide support through a power of attorney.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s about assisting people who are mindful of aging and want to plan for older age and dying,\u201d said Emma Wheatland manager of community wellbeing at Golden Plains Shire.<\/p>\n

\u201cResidents will be guided through a four-step process.\u201d<\/p>\n

That process includes thinking about what older age will look like, talking to trusted people, getting documentation in order, and formalising those steps in legal documents.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think it gives people dignity as they age, and as they go through the dying process,\u201d said Ms Wheatland.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think as a culture we maybe don\u2019t talk about the dying process as much as we should and that probably leaves people vulnerable.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ms Wheatland encouraged the community to get involved and come along.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think any form of preparation for your health and wellbeing is important,\u2019\u2019 she said. \u201cIt also empowers your loved ones so they can make decisions at really challenging times.\u201d<\/p>\n

The event will be held on Tuesday 8 August from 11.30am until 12.30pm at 27 High Street Bannockburn.<\/p>\n

Bookings can be made via ageingandinclusion@gplains.vic.gov.au<\/strong><\/a> or on 5220 7151.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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