Grandparents Collection
AIDE Canada and Partners present a collection for Grandparents
Aging Safe and Healthy
Get an early start on planning for your family member’s aging process. This infographic gives
some ideas for consideration and places to start.
Falls become a risk earlier for people with developmental disabilities. That is because the aging process starts as early as 40 years old. This tip sheet contains factors to consider for persons with developmental disability.
Advance Care Planning involves developing and expressing your wishes regarding medical treatment and personal care in the case of illness or for the end of life.
Caregiver Resources
A record of abilities is a straightforward way to document and/or illustrate a person’s
functional and cognitive abilities over time. It can be helpful when working with or caring for
older individuals with developmental disabilities.
This infographic can help you get started using this tool.
This informative resource includes chapters discussing important things aging caregivers can
consider preparing for the future regarding legal decisions, housing, support services, and
employment options. Information is broken into support
for caregivers and support for adult children.
Finances
We are pleased to welcome PooranLaw’s Managing Partner Brendon Pooran, to share insights on preparing wills, establishing Henson Trusts, creating Powers of Attorney, developing tax planning strategies and the overall impact on social benefits. During this virtual session, Brendon will walk you through the necessary arrangements to ensure your priorities and objectives are respected and carried out to the benefit of your family members and loved ones – particularly those living with a disability.
Estate planning involves the management of your affairs in the case of your death or incapacity. The development of an estate plan may include preparing a Will and Powers of Attorney, making choices about how you own property, making gifts or loans during your lifetime, and implementing tax planning strategies
This video begins with a dramatized true-life story of “Elaine” who receives a phone call from someone claiming to be the RCMP. She gave the caller her personal information and a day later her bank account was emptied! This video shows how to avoid scam calls plus gives good advice on saving money and building up your credit rating. 11 minutes in length with drama and interviews.
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